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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 08 Oct
£120
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£174
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
6 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
6 h 20 m
Trains on 08 Oct
24
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 £174 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
To travel from Glasgow to Bristol you need to make at least one change.
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W29882Trains from Glasgow to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 502 km distance in 5h 23m.
Distance 502 km |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 18:00 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Bristol trains for today, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 Glasgow | 6h08 | 13:08 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:38 Glasgow | 6h49 | 14:27 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:48 Glasgow | 7h45 | 15:33 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Glasgow | 7h33 | 15:33 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:39 Glasgow | 6h30 | 16:09 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:45 Glasgow | 7h46 | 17:31 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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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
The most popular day trips by train from Bristol are Bath, Cardiff, London, Oxford and Cheltenham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bristol on Omio.

Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 11m.

Cardiff is a compact capital known for Welsh culture, Cardiff Castle and the energy of the Principality Stadium. Victorian arcades, civic landmarks and Cardiff Bay give it a character that feels both historic and modern.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 39m.

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 1h 19m.

Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 55m.

Cheltenham is a Regency spa town known for elegant architecture, garden squares and a lively festival calendar. It is especially associated with jump racing and the Cheltenham Festival, balanced by a refined town-centre atmosphere.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 37m.
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.
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.

Most Glasgow to Bristol trains use the Glasgow Central to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Lawrence Hill. 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.
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 options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
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 storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
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 options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
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.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
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.
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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