10:334h12Bristol14:45Penrith£1271One-way0 changes
10:334h12Bristol14:45Penrith£1271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bristol to Penrith
The cheapest option from Bristol to Penrith is coach, with an average price of £24. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Penrith among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 357 km
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£103 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest option | £54 Average Price |
4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Penrith train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Penrith trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:33 Bristol | 4h12 | 14:45 Penrith | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Penrith by coach, train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Penrith
Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Bristol to Penrith, including direct trains, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 18:08. The fastest train covers the 357 km distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 357 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Lowest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 18:08 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Bristol to Penrith trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Bristol and Penrith from £17. 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 Penrith train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Penrith 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 Penrith, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Penrith
Most Bristol to Penrith trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Penrith station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Penrith 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.
Which Penrith station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Penrith from Penrith city centre
Penrith train station facilities and services
Penrith has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penrith.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penrith: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Penrith: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penrith: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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