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Stevenage Museum
Local museum covering Stevenage from early settlement to New Town development, with displays on everyday life and community history.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£48
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£48
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
3 h
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
3 h
Trains on 30 Aug
1
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Stevenage is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Stevenage will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 1 trains from Bristol to Stevenage, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Stevenage among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 172 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£47 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Stevenage trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:08 Bristol | 3h00 | 12:08 Stevenage | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bristol to Stevenage run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 0:27 |
Last train 22:42 |
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Discover the best of Stevenage — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stevenage trip today.
Local museum covering Stevenage from early settlement to New Town development, with displays on everyday life and community history.
Historic house interiors and art collections at nearby Knebworth House make this a strong cultural day trip from Stevenage.
Small free gallery in the town centre showing changing contemporary exhibitions, local artists and community-focused visual art.
Historic coaching street lined with independent shops, pubs and period buildings, ideal for a walk through Stevenage's older centre.
Large park with lakes, waterside paths and open green space, popular for walking, cycling and family outings.
Extensive woodland and meadows with marked trails, a local favourite for wildlife, dog walks and peaceful countryside views.
A Hertfordshire sausage made with herbs and seasoning, traditionally linked to nearby villages and long found on local pub menus.
A classic English dessert of stewed apples topped with a crumbly baked mixture. Common in Hertfordshire homes and pubs, especially in autumn.
Traditional English ale from Hertfordshire breweries, often served cask-conditioned in local pubs and valued for its regional brewing heritage.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, mezze and fresh flatbreads in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Modern Indian restaurant known for flavourful curries, tandoori dishes and a polished but relaxed setting in Stevenage Old Town.
Smart steakhouse-style venue specialising in grilled meats, burgers and cocktails, suited to a relaxed evening meal.
Stevenage is moderate for UK travel, with chain hotels, mid-priced dining and rail fares to London raising overall visitor costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Stevenage Station -> Event Island, Stevenage
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Stevenage 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 Stevenage, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Stevenage trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Stevenage station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Stevenage train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Redland: Parking.
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: 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. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
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.
Stevenage has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Stevenage.
Wi-Fi is available at Stevenage. ATMs are available at Stevenage.
Ticket office support is available at Stevenage.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stevenage: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stevenage: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stevenage: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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