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Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life
The town’s main museum covers Tiverton’s social and industrial past, with displays on lace, farming, trade and local life.
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Tiverton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Tiverton will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bristol for Tiverton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 50 m 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 coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Tiverton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 87 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Tiverton trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:45 Bristol | 0h43 | 10:28 Tiverton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:45 Bristol | 0h43 | 11:28 Tiverton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:50 Bristol | 0h42 | 20:32 Tiverton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bristol to Tiverton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 42m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 23:48 |
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Discover the best of Tiverton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tiverton trip today.
The town’s main museum covers Tiverton’s social and industrial past, with displays on lace, farming, trade and local life.
Museum rooms within the castle present artefacts, family history and period interiors that bring centuries of local life into focus.
Small heritage display at the canal basin interpreting horse-drawn barge travel, local industry and the waterway’s development.
Popular canal-side route with peaceful water views, wildlife, towpaths and boat activity; ideal for an easy walk close to town.
Central green space with mature trees, open lawns and family-friendly facilities, useful for a relaxed break near the town centre.
Historic market area and civic heart of Tiverton, surrounded by traditional buildings, shops and everyday local activity.
A rich Devon fruit cake packed with dried fruit and spice. Long tied to local baking traditions and often enjoyed with tea in Mid Devon.
Cream tea with scones, clotted cream and jam. In Devon, the cream traditionally goes on before the jam, making it a proud regional ritual.
A hearty West Country pasty filled with beef, potato and swede. Common across Devon as a sustaining farm and market meal.
Historic canal-side horse-drawn barge venue known for cream teas, light lunches and scenic trips on the Grand Western Canal.
Well-known town centre bistro offering modern British dishes, steaks and seafood in a smart but easy-going atmosphere.
Popular riverside pub restaurant serving British classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a relaxed traditional setting by the Exe.
Moderate for the UK: lodging is usually cheaper than major cities, while dining and local travel are fairly typical for a market town.
Service is often included only in larger restaurants. If not, tip about 10% for good service. Taxis are commonly rounded up. Café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Tiverton 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 Tiverton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Tiverton trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Tiverton Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Tiverton 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.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Parson Street is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Parson Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Parson Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parson Street: Parking.
Available at Parson Street: Bike Parking.
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