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Yate Heritage Centre
Volunteer-run local museum covering Yate's industries, railways and community story through artefacts, displays and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
19 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
19 m
Trains on 18 Sept
14
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Yate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Yate will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 14 trains from Bristol to Yate, including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Yate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 16 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Yate take longer:
Coach takes on average 38m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (21m by train vs 26m by car). Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Yate trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:08 Bristol | 0h20 | 6:28 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:10 Bristol | 0h22 | 7:32 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:40 Bristol | 0h21 | 8:01 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:08 Bristol | 0h23 | 8:31 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:38 Bristol | 0h21 | 8:59 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:13 Bristol | 0h21 | 9:34 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:38 Bristol | 0h20 | 9:58 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:07 Bristol | 0h19 | 10:26 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:38 Bristol | 0h20 | 10:58 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:08 Bristol | 0h19 | 11:27 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:38 Bristol | 0h19 | 11:57 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:08 Bristol | 0h20 | 12:28 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:38 Bristol | 0h20 | 12:58 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:08 Bristol | 0h20 | 13:28 Yate | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bristol to Yate run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 19m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 6:08 |
Last train 23:30 |
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Discover the best of Yate — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Yate trip today.
Volunteer-run local museum covering Yate's industries, railways and community story through artefacts, displays and changing exhibitions.
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Museum in central Bristol with art, natural history and world cultures collections, making it a strong wider-area day trip from Yate.
Large public park with lakes, wildlife, level walking routes and open green space, popular for families, exercise and relaxed local outings.
Historic market-town street lined with independent shops and period buildings, ideal for a stroll, local character and regular market-day atmosphere.
Long-distance trail section near Yate with open views, rural landscapes and straightforward walking for visitors wanting countryside beyond the town.
A rich cider made from local apples in the wider West Country. It is a defining regional drink and commonly enjoyed in pubs around South Gloucestershire.
Traditional pork sausages from nearby Gloucestershire, seasoned with sage and herbs. A classic regional butcher’s sausage often served with mash or in breakfast.
A single or double cheese from Gloucestershire with a mellow, creamy flavour. It is one of the county’s best-known traditional foods and used in many local dishes.
Busy pub-style venue serving grilled meats, burgers and classic British comfort food. Relaxed atmosphere suited to casual meals and drinks.
Established family restaurant specialising in pizzas, pasta and Italian favourites. Informal and convenient for shopping-centre dining.
Popular casual chain restaurant in Yate Shopping Centre, known for burgers, grills and family-friendly dining in a modern setting.
Moderate for South West England. Everyday dining and coffee are fairly typical, while hotels and taxis can push costs above smaller UK towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Yate 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 Yate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Yate trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Yate station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Yate 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.
Bedminster is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bedminster has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bedminster.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bedminster: Parking.
Available at Bedminster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedminster: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms. Please note that access to the platforms is via steep ramps. 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
Yate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Yate.
Ticket office support is available at Yate.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Yate: Parking.
Available at Yate: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Yate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” This station has a degree of step free access via the car park (southbound) however the northbound platform can only be accessed via a busy roadbridge and long steep ramp. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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