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Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
25 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
26 m
Trains on 04 Sept
6
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chippenham to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chippenham to Bristol will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 6 trains from Chippenham to Bristol, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 27 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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G14951Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chippenham to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 33 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 1m.
The journey is about 18m faster (26m by train vs 44m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£13 vs £16). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Chippenham to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G14951 | 8:09 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h27 | 8:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14952 | 8:32 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h26 | 8:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14953 | 9:08 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h27 | 9:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14954 | 9:37 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h25 | 10:02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15061 | 9:46 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h25 | 10:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
G14955 | 10:11 Chippenham station (CPM) | 0h25 | 10:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Chippenham to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 24m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
City museum and art gallery with natural history, archaeology, applied art and paintings in a grand central building.
Former passenger liner turned museum ship, where visitors explore restored decks and learn about transatlantic travel and engineering.
Lively floating harbour area with waterside walks, museums, boats and year-round city views, ideal for first-time visitors.
Elegant Georgian square with lawns and paths, useful as a calm stop between the old city, harbour and nearby cultural sights.
Colourful hillside neighbourhood famed for street art, independent character and broad views over the city from nearby green spaces.
A cider from apples grown in the surrounding West Country. Bristol’s long cider-trading history makes it a classic local drink to try in pubs and cider houses.
A rich cheese from Somerset, often eaten across Bristol in sandwiches, ploughman’s lunches and pub dishes. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
A traditional bun flavoured with dried fruit, spice and candied peel, linked to Bristol since the 18th century. It is a distinctive local teatime bake.
Long-running St Nicholas Market favourite serving pitta sandwiches packed with falafel, salad and sauces in a casual setting.
Elegant modern British dining in Clifton, with tasting menus and polished service in an intimate setting.
Lively harbourside restaurant known for excellent steaks, burgers and strong cocktails in a smart but relaxed room.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining cost less than London, but more than many smaller cities. Buses are reasonable; central attractions and cafés can add up.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
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Bristol Temple Meads -> Bristol Bus & Coach Station
Great Western Railway provides regular direct trains from Chippenham to Bristol. Daily weekday services begin with an early morning departure and continue with two trains an hour to Bristol throughout the day. The final connection leaves Chippenham just after 11:00 p.m. Journey times are a little under 30 minutes. The Sunday schedule is reduced, with a later first departure and an hourly service for most of the day. Chippenham station is located on the north-eastern edge of the town centre. Trains arrive at Bristol Temple Meads Station, south of the city centre.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chippenham to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chippenham to Bristol trains use the Chippenham to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Chippenham and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chippenham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Chippenham.
Ticket office support is available at Chippenham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chippenham: Parking, WC.
Available at Chippenham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chippenham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A station – This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform. Step free access available to both platforms via lifts from the main station entrance and disused platform. Station is accessible if arriving at the station main entrance and not from the north, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
Lawrence Hill is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Lawrence Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lawrence Hill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lawrence Hill: Parking.
Available at Lawrence Hill: Bike Parking.
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