Bristol to Slough train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Slough

Showing times and prices for 21 Jul

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£52

Fastest journey

1 h 50 m

Average duration

1 h 50 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

139 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Slough will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

To travel from Bristol to Slough you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western RailwayG14899+Elizabeth lineC37552
    9:301h51
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    11:21Slough station (SLO)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayW34472+Elizabeth lineC37507
    9:001h51
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:51Slough station (SLO)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG14898+Elizabeth lineC37459
    8:301h50
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:20Slough station (SLO)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG15062 · G15041 · G15464
    9:081h50
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:58Slough station (SLO)
    £611One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15214 · G15041 · G15464
    8:382h20
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    10:58Slough station (SLO)
    £611One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol to Slough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £24.

Distance: 139 km

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Coach

£49

Average Price

£15

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 31m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 29m

Average total duration

2h 59m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bristol to Slough train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Slough trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway8:00 Bristol
1h50
9:50 Slough0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway9:30 Bristol
1h51
11:21 Slough0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Bristol to Slough trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Bristol to Slough.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol to Slough.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Slough.
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Slough.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bristol to Slough?

The best time to book your train from Bristol to Slough is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bristol to Slough route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bristol to Slough per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bristol to Slough.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Slough

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Trains from Bristol to Slough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 28m.

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 £10
Distance
139 km
Average train duration
1h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
1h 28m
First train
4:02
Last train
23:49
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
35 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 £10

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Slough trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Slough from £10. 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 Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
£24
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
£105
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£81
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Bristol to Slough train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Slough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £24, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The train journey from Bristol to Slough covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 1h 28m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Slough is 139 km.
The first train from Bristol to Slough leaves at 4:02.
The last train from Bristol to Slough departs at 23:49.
Trains from Bristol to Slough run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Slough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Slough.
To get from Bristol to Slough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Slough.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Slough is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Slough station (SLO).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Slough is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Bristol to Slough 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 Slough offers a mix of scenery, including stretches of picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and quaint villages, particularly as the train travels through the Cotswolds region.
Yes, a day trip from Bristol to Slough is feasible as the journey duration is 1h 28m and the distance is 139 km. There are 5 train trips available per day.
For a visit to Slough, one to two days is generally sufficient to explore the main attractions and get a feel for the area, considering its proximity to Windsor and other nearby sites.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Slough.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Slough

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

Bristol, AirportLulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom+44 371 334 4444WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre

Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

BusFal · 19m · £10 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · £4 · every ~30 min

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.

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