Bristol to Epsom train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Epsom

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept

Cheapest price on 19 Sept

£25

Average ticket price on 19 Sept

£39

Fastest journey on 19 Sept

2 h 48 m

Average journey duration on 19 Sept

3 h 5 m

Trains on 19 Sept

2

Distance

162 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Epsom is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol to Epsom will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

To travel from Bristol to Epsom you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Great Western RailwayW34457+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+SouthernG27554
    5:303h22
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    8:52Epsom station (EPS)
    £251One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34457 · C42338+South Western RailwayL80954
    5:302h48
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    8:18Epsom station (EPS)
    £531One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bristol to Epsom

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Epsom among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £61.

Distance: 162 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£61

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

£31

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 6m

Average total duration

2h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 13m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Epsom is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Epsom:

A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Epsom costing on average £61.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Epsom is by train with an average journey time of 2h 27m.

Other travel options to Epsom take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Epsom including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £61 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-29.47. The journey takes 2h 27m versus 2h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Bristol to Epsom train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Epsom trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW34457 · C42338+South Western RailwayL809545:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h48
8:18 Epsom station (EPS)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34457+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+SouthernG275545:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h22
8:52 Epsom station (EPS)2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Epsom by coach or train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Epsom

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Trains from Bristol to Epsom run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 2h 7m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
162 km
Average train duration
2h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Trains per day
21
Fastest train
2h 7m
First train
4:53
Last train
22:00
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
2 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol to Epsom trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Epsom from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£24
Great Western Railway frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Epsom

Things to do in Epsom

Discover the best of Epsom — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Epsom trip today.

  • Recommended

Bourne Hall Museum

The main local museum explores Epsom and Ewell’s social history, archaeology, and spa heritage beside the library and Bourne Hall park.

The Military Museum, Headley Court

A compact military museum presenting the history of the Royal Automobile Club’s wartime links and local service stories at Headley Court.

Leatherhead Museum and Art Gallery

An art space in nearby Leatherhead showing changing exhibitions by Surrey artists, making an easy cultural stop from Epsom.

Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for south-east England. Dining and hotels cost more than in many UK towns, but local buses and rail deals can help keep visitor costs manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares can be rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, usually just small change.

FAQs: Bristol to Epsom train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Epsom by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Epsom, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Epsom can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The train journey from Bristol to Epsom covers a distance of 162 km and takes approximately 2h 7m. Trains run 21 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Epsom is 162 km.
The first train from Bristol to Epsom leaves at 4:53.
The last train from Bristol to Epsom departs at 22:00.
Trains from Bristol to Epsom run approximately 21 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Epsom.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Epsom.
To get from Bristol to Epsom, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Epsom.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Epsom is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Epsom station (EPS).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Epsom is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Bristol to Epsom in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol to Epsom offers a mix of urban and countryside views, passing through the picturesque landscapes of the South West and South East England, including glimpses of the rolling hills and charming villages.
A day trip from Bristol to Epsom is not feasible as it takes 2h 7m for a one-way journey. However, there are 5 train services per day.
Epsom can be explored comfortably in one to two days, allowing time to visit local attractions such as Epsom Downs Racecourse and the historic Epsom Playhouse.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Epsom.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Epsom

Most Bristol to Epsom trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Epsom station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Epsom train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in Epsom
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services

Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.

Most popular train connections to Epsom

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