- Recommended
Winchester City Museum
Museum on the city’s Roman and Saxon roots, with the Winchester Model and finds that explain how the settlement developed.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Winchester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 08 Sept
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£41
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£75
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
1 h 58 m
Trains on 08 Sept
23
Distance
99 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Winchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Winchester will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £41.
Fast trains
To travel from Bristol to Winchester you need to make at least one change.
G15006+
L84269 · L7995210:212h33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:54Winchester station (WIN)£411One-way2 changes- W34974+L84253 · L799469:232h29Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:52Winchester station (WIN)£451One-way2 changes
- G15006+L84269 · L8007910:212h26Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:47Winchester station (WIN)£451One-way2 changes
- G15442+L79380 · L799329:452h36Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:21Winchester station (WIN)£451One-way2 changes
- G15001+L84223 · L800647:222h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:47Winchester station (WIN)£451One-way2 changes
- G14896+
G009977:301h56Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:26Winchester station (WIN)£1391One-way1 change - G14894+G009956:301h56Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:26Winchester station (WIN)£1391One-way1 change
- G14899+G010039:301h56Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:26Winchester station (WIN)£1101One-way1 change
- G14898+G010008:301h56Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:26Winchester station (WIN)£1101One-way1 change
- W34974+G008669:232h08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:31Winchester station (WIN)£531One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bristol to Winchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Winchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 99 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£38 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Winchester is a coach with an average price of £20.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Winchester:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Winchester costing on average £38.
The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Winchester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 54m.
Other travel options to Winchester take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 8m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Winchester including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.42. The journey takes 1h 54m versus 1h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bristol to Winchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Winchester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34957+L78750 | 5:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h16 | 7:17 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
| W34456 · C48461+L80352 | 5:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h10 | 7:33 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
| W34961+G00739 | 5:52 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h18 | 8:10 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
| W34961+L84209 · L79928 | 5:52 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h01 | 8:53 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
| C47821 · G15001+L84223 · L79934 | 5:53 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h00 | 9:53 Winchester station (WIN) | 3 changes | |
| G14894+G00995 | 6:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h56 | 8:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
| G66987+G15040 · C48467+L80214 | 6:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h29 | 9:04 Winchester station (WIN) | 3 changes | |
| G15001+L84223 · L79934 | 7:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h31 | 9:53 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
| G15001+G00858 | 7:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h10 | 9:32 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
| G15001+L80064 · L84223 | 7:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h25 | 9:47 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
| G14896+G00997 | 7:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h56 | 9:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
| G15003+G00861 | 8:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h10 | 10:31 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
| G14898+G01000 | 8:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h56 | 10:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
| G15041 · C48476+L80234+G01062 | 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h31 | 11:04 Winchester station (WIN) | 3 changes | |
| W34974+L84253 · L80073 | 9:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h24 | 11:47 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
| W34974+L84253 · L79946 | 9:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h29 | 11:52 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
| W34974+G00866 | 9:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h08 | 11:31 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
| G14899+G01003 | 9:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h56 | 11:26 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
| W35432 · C48481+G01064+L80242 | 9:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h31 | 12:04 Winchester station (WIN) | 3 changes | |
| G15442+L79932 · L79380 | 9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h36 | 12:21 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
| G15006+L84269 · L79952 | 10:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h33 | 12:54 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
| G15006+G00875 | 10:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h10 | 12:31 Winchester station (WIN) | 1 change | |
| G15006+L84269 · L80079 | 10:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h26 | 12:47 Winchester station (WIN) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Winchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Winchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:07, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 56m.
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
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 2:07 |
Last train 22:56 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Winchester trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Winchester from £15. 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 Great Western Railway Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£15
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
Great Western Railway (GWR)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway (GWR) Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Great Western Railway (GWR) Price
£79
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Winchester
Things to do in Winchester
Discover the best of Winchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Winchester trip today.
- Recommended
Gurkha Museum
Museum dedicated to Gurkha service, with compelling objects and stories that connect Nepalese soldiers to British military history.
The Royal Green Jackets Museum
Regimental museum tracing military life through uniforms, medals and personal stories in the Peninsula Barracks complex.
- Must visit
Water Meadows
Broad grassy water meadows south of the centre, popular for peaceful walks, wildlife and classic views back towards the cathedral.
- Recommended
High Street
Historic shopping street lined with period buildings, independent shops and city landmarks. Ideal for strolling through central Winchester.
- Recommended
Abbey Gardens
Riverside green space by the Itchen with seats, lawns and paths. A relaxing local favourite close to the city centre.
Hampshire sausage
A traditional Hampshire sausage made with pork and herbs, long linked with Winchester and nearby Alresford. A classic pub and breakfast staple in the area.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Tunworth cheese
A soft-rinded cow’s milk cheese made in Hampshire. It is a noted local speciality, prized for its rich, creamy texture and regional dairy tradition.
- Gluten-free
Winchester cheese
A regional hard cheese from nearby villages in Hampshire, traditionally made with cow’s milk. It reflects the county’s long-established farmhouse cheese-making heritage.
Chesil Rectory
Refined modern British dining in an elegant central setting, known for tasting menus and carefully sourced seasonal ingredients.
Piecaramba!
Casual modern venue focused on fresh sourdough pizza, sharing plates and drinks, popular for an easy meal in the city centre.
The Wykeham Arms
A popular traditional pub near the cathedral serving British favourites, local ales and hearty meals in a historic, relaxed atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for southern England. Hotels can be pricey in peak periods, but dining and local buses are manageable for most city-break budgets.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: optional small change. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
Stagecoach Bus
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- £5.00
To the city centre
Winchester railway station -> The Broadway, Winchester
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Stagecoach day tickets are sold in the Stagecoach Bus app for Winchester. Winchester Park & Ride is £3.50 per day and includes return bus travel from the site.
- Winchester railway station is about 5 minutes’ walk from Jewry Street and around 10 minutes from The Broadway. If you use East Winchester Park & Ride after 4pm, a free ticket is still required from the machine.
FAQs: Bristol to Winchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Winchester 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 Winchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Winchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The train journey from Bristol to Winchester covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 1h 56m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Bristol to Winchester is 99 km.
The first train from Bristol to Winchester leaves at 2:07.
The last train from Bristol to Winchester departs at 22:56.
Trains from Bristol to Winchester run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Winchester.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Winchester.
To get from Bristol to Winchester, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Winchester.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Winchester is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Winchester station (WIN).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Winchester is by train, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Bristol to Winchester 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 Winchester offers picturesque views of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills and charming villages.
A day trip from Bristol to Winchester is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 56m. However, with 5 trains per day, you have multiple travel options. The distance is 99 km.
To fully experience Winchester's historic sites, such as Winchester Cathedral, the Great Hall, and the Winchester City Mill, a visit of two to three days is recommended. This allows time to explore the city's rich heritage and enjoy its local attractions.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Winchester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Winchester
Most Bristol to Winchester trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Winchester station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Winchester 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 Winchester
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
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 3451652030
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.
MontpelierMontpelier station, Station Road, Montpelier, Bristol, City of, BS6 5EE
City-centre transport
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus13 · 11m · £2 · every ~4 min
76, 75, 73 · 15m · £4 · every ~53 min
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Winchester station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Trains from Bristol to Winchester most often arrive at Winchester. Some services arrive at Southampton Central, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Winchester arrival station.
WinchesterWinchester station, Station Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8TJ+44 345 600 0650
City-centre transport
Getting to Winchester from Winchester city centre
Bus1, N1 · 1m · £2 · every ~3 min
Winchester train station facilities and services
Winchester 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Winchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Winchester. ATMs are available at Winchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Winchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Winchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Winchester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Winchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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