Bristol to Nailsea train with Great Western Railway

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Nailsea

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Take a train from Bristol to Nailsea and enjoy the approximately 11 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:48.

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
Distance
11 km
Average train duration
11m
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
4
First train
0:08
Last train
23:48
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
7 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

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol to Nailsea trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Nailsea. 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
Great Western Railway frequency
4 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

FAQs: Bristol to Nailsea train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Nailsea 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 Nailsea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Bristol to Nailsea is 11 km.
The first train from Bristol to Nailsea leaves at 0:08.
The last train from Bristol to Nailsea departs at 23:48.
Trains from Bristol to Nailsea run approximately 4 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Nailsea.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol and Nailsea. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
To travel from Bristol to Nailsea, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Bristol to Nailsea.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Nailsea is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Nailsea & Backwell (NLS).
Booking trains from Bristol to Nailsea in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Nailsea is a charming town that can be explored comfortably in one or two days. Visitors can enjoy local attractions, including the Tyntesfield estate and scenic countryside walks.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Nailsea.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Nailsea

Most Bristol to Nailsea trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Nailsea & Backwell station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Nailsea 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 Nailsea
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.

Clifton DownClifton Down station, Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, City of, BS8 2PN+44 3451652030WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre

TrainBristol Temple Meads - Severn Beach, Bristol Temple Meads - Avonmouth, Weston-super-Mare - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Avonmouth, Taunton - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Clifton Down · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus2a, 5, 3, 4, 1, 2 · 7m · £4 · every ~91 min
T7 · 10m · every ~2 min
4, 5, 1, 3, 2, 2a · 10m · £4 · every ~91 min

Clifton Down train station facilities and services

Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Clifton Down: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Parson StreetParson Street station, Parson Street, Bedminster, Bristol, City of, BS3 5PUParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Parson Street from Bristol city centre

Parson Street is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainBristol Temple Meads - Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Weston-super-Mare, Severn Beach - Exeter St Davids, Cardiff Central - Taunton, Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads - Plymouth, Bristol Temple Meads - Taunton, Gloucester - Exeter St Davids, Cardiff Central - Plymouth, Avonmouth - Weston-super-Mare, Cardiff Central - Penzance, Bristol Parkway - Weston-super-Mare, Bristol Temple Meads - Penzance · 9m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus75 · 15m · £4 · every ~27 min

Parson Street train station facilities and services

Parson Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Parson Street.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Parson Street: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Parson Street: Bike Parking.

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