Bristol to Slough train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Slough

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£44

Fastest journey

1 h 43 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 £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

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

Great Western RailG06829 · G05969
09:121h50
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:02Slough station (SLO)
£431One-way
1 change
Great Western RailG06816+Tfl RailP07108
09:251h56
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:21Slough station (SLO)
£441One-way
1 change
Great Western RailG06815+Tfl RailP07019
08:301h51
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
10:21Slough station (SLO)
£441One-way
1 change
Great Western RailG04720+Tfl RailP07400
08:001h51
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
09:51Slough station (SLO)
£441One-way
1 change
Great Western RailG04721+Tfl RailP07064
08:581h53
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
10:51Slough station (SLO)
£441One-way
1 change

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 £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £24.

Distance: 139 km

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Coach

£52

Average Price

£14

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Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 27m

Average total duration

2h 57m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Live departures

Bristol to Slough train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Slough trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_westernP08173+tfl_railP07034
On time
08:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h50
09:50 Slough station (SLO)
1 change
cross_countryC23374+great_westernP08476+tfl_railP07034
On time
08:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h49
09:50 Slough station (SLO)
2 changes
great_westernP08174+tfl_railP07078
On time
08:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h50
10:20 Slough station (SLO)
1 change
cross_countryC23655+great_westernP08477+tfl_railP07078
On time
08:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h47
10:20 Slough station (SLO)
2 changes
great_westernP08175+tfl_railP07124
On time
09:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h51
10:51 Slough station (SLO)
1 change
great_westernP08176+tfl_railP07167
On time
09:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1h51
11:21 Slough station (SLO)
1 change

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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 5 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 42m.

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 £12
Distance
139 km
Average train duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 42m
First train
04:02
Last train
23:49
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 £12

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Bristol to Slough trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Slough from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

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 42m
Cheapest Price
£24
Great Western Rail 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

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
£87
first_great_western frequency
25 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
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.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Slough is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Yes, a day trip from Bristol to Slough is feasible as the journey duration is 1h 42m and the distance is 139 km. There are 5 train trips available per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Slough is 139 km.
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.
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 last train from Bristol to Slough departs at 23:49.
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 £52.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Slough.
The train journey from Bristol to Slough covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 1h 42m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Slough is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Slough station (SLO).
The first train from Bristol to Slough leaves at 4:02.
Trains from Bristol to Slough run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Slough.
Yes, you can take the train 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.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Slough

Bristol
Slough
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Slough.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • Pumpkin Café
  • Hart's Bakery
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
  • Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
  • Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
  • Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Located on both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Clifton Down
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Lawrence Hill
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on either side of Church Road

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