4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Bristol
Cheapest price
£187
Average price
£187
Fastest journey
6 h 8 m
Average duration
6 h 23 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Bristol will cost around £187 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £187.
Of the 11 trains that leave Glasgow for Bristol every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 502 km distance in an average of 6 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 35 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.
W33973 · W34060+
G0115010:386h31Glasgow Central (GLC)17:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1871One-way2 changes- C01362+W298829:406h29Glasgow Central (GLC)16:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1871One-way1 change
- W298736:487h44Glasgow Central (GLC)14:32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1871One-way0 changes
- W34181 · W34265+W298666:296h52Glasgow Central (GLC)13:21Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1871One-way2 changes
- G011487:487h45Glasgow Central (GLC)15:33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1871One-way0 changes
- W33903+W298718:006h08Glasgow Central (GLC)14:08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1871One-way1 change
- W34160+W2989511:566h13Glasgow Central (GLC)18:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1871One-way1 change
- C01362+W298829:406h29Glasgow Central (GLC)16:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1871One-way1 change
- W33973 · W34060+G0115010:386h31Glasgow Central (GLC)17:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1871One-way2 changes
- W34039 · W33933+W298778:386h35Glasgow Central (GLC)15:13Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1871One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 502 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£123 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Glasgow to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 L87757+W29868 | 6:00 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 7h32 | 13:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
W34181 · W34265+ G38873+ G15012 | 6:29 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h48 | 13:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
| W34181 · W34265+W29866 | 6:29 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h52 | 13:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| W29873 | 6:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h44 | 14:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01148 | 7:48 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 7h45 | 15:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33903+W29871 | 8:00 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h08 | 14:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W34039 · W33933+W29877 | 8:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h35 | 15:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| C01362+W29882 | 9:40 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h29 | 16:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| L87861+G01153 | 9:45 Glasgow Queen Street (GLQ) | 7h46 | 17:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W33973 · W34060+G01150 | 10:38 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h31 | 17:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| W34160+W29895 | 11:56 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 6h13 | 18:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Bristol
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Trains from Glasgow to Bristol run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 502 km distance in 6h 8m.
Distance 502 km |
Average train duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 8m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 18:00 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Cross Country from Glasgow to Bristol trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Glasgow and Bristol from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Glasgow to Bristol
CrossCountry Trains offer direct services from Glasgow to Bristol, with a daily schedule beginning in early morning. Trains depart roughly every two hours throughout the day until mid-afternoon, with journey times of around seven hours and 45 minutes. Faster trains from Glasgow to Bristol are possible using Virgin trains departures and changing to CrossCountry services at Birmingham New Street. These journeys take a little under six hours. Sunday schedules are slightly reduced, with just four direct connections. Trains depart from Glasgow Central Station, located by the river Clyde in the city centre, arriving at Temple Meads, just to the south of central Bristol.
FAQs: Glasgow to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Bristol
Most Glasgow to Bristol trains use the Glasgow Central to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Montpelier. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to High Street (Glasgow) from Glasgow city centre
High Street (Glasgow) is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
High Street (Glasgow) train station facilities and services
High Street (Glasgow) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at High Street (Glasgow).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at High Street (Glasgow). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at High Street (Glasgow): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at High Street (Glasgow): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at High Street (Glasgow): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - stairs down to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
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.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
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.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
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