4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Lincoln
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Lincoln will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bristol for Lincoln every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:334h09Bristol12:42Lincoln£661One-way0 changes
8:004h35Bristol12:35Lincoln£1001One-way0 changes
8:304h57Bristol13:27Lincoln£1001One-way0 changes
- 8:334h09Bristol12:42Lincoln£661One-way0 changes
- 8:004h35Bristol12:35Lincoln£1001One-way0 changes
- 8:304h57Bristol13:27Lincoln£1001One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 242 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£68 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Lincoln train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Lincoln trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 Bristol | 5h27 | 15:57 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| 8:00 Bristol | 4h35 | 12:35 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:30 Bristol | 4h57 | 13:27 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:33 Bristol | 4h09 | 12:42 Lincoln | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Lincoln
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Trains from Bristol to Lincoln run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway from Bristol to Lincoln trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Lincoln from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Lincoln train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Lincoln
Most Bristol to Lincoln trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Lincoln Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Lincoln train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
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.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Lincoln station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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