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Compare train and coach for Gravesend to Bristol

The cheapest option from Gravesend to Bristol is coach, with an average price of £5. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Gravesend to Bristol among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 206 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£61 Average Price	£5 Average Price Cheapest option
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
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Direct Options	Direct Options

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Why should you book Gravesend to Bristol trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Southeastern offer trains services from Gravesend to Bristol.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gravesend to Bristol.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Southeastern to find the best option for your trip from Gravesend to Bristol.
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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gravesend to Bristol.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gravesend to Bristol.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Gravesend to Bristol

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Gravesend to Bristol, including direct trains, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 206 km distance in 2h 43m.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £5

Distance

206 km

Average train duration

2h 12m

Lowest ticket price

£41

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 43m

First train

4:53

Last train

22:00

Cheapest Month

Dec

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Thu

Best time to book

35 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £5

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Southeastern from Gravesend to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Gravesend and Bristol from £5. 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 Duration

2h 43m

Cheapest Price

£41

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

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Southeastern

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 37m

Cheapest Price

£127

Southeastern frequency

16 a day

FAQs: Gravesend to Bristol train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend 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.

The train distance from Gravesend to Bristol is 206 km.

The first train from Gravesend to Bristol leaves at 4:53.

The last train from Gravesend to Bristol departs at 22:00.

Trains from Gravesend to Bristol run approximately 6 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Gravesend to Bristol.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Gravesend to Bristol.

To get from Gravesend to Bristol, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

There is no night train service from Gravesend to Bristol.

The train station in Gravesend that goes to Bristol is Gravesend station (GRV), and it arrives at Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

Booking trains from Gravesend to Bristol in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Gravesend to Bristol offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the Thames estuary, rolling countryside, and charming towns as they pass through counties like Kent, Surrey, and Wiltshire before reaching the historic city of Bristol.

In Bristol, you can visit the Bristol Zoo Gardens for a family-friendly day exploring diverse animal exhibits. Take a boat tour along the River Avon to enjoy unique views of the city. Explore vibrant street art in the Stokes Croft area, or visit the Arnolfini for contemporary art exhibitions and performances. Relax with a walk or picnic in Brandon Hill Park, home to the historic Cabot Tower. Don't miss the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge for panoramic views, or explore the historic Bristol Cathedral with its stunning Gothic architecture. Discover the SS Great Britain museum, the diverse collections at the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, and the lively St Nicholas Market for food and crafts.

A stay of 2 to 3 days in Bristol is ideal to explore its diverse attractions, including the Clifton Suspension Bridge, SS Great Britain, and the vibrant street art scene.

Yes, you can take the train from Gravesend to Bristol.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gravesend and Bristol

Most Gravesend to Bristol trains use the Gravesend to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Ashley Down. Use this guide to compare Gravesend and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Gravesend

Arrival train stations in Bristol

Which Gravesend station do trains to Bristol leave from?

Trains from Gravesend to Bristol leave from Gravesend. The station is 1 km from Gravesend city centre at Gravesend station, Rathmore Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0HP.

GravesendGravesend station, Rathmore Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 0HP+44 3303339232 Shopping

City-centre transport

Getting to Gravesend from Gravesend city centre

BusNag1, Vigo1, Meopham1, 489 · 3m · £2

Gravesend train station facilities and services

Gravesend has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Gravesend.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gravesend. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gravesend: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Gravesend: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gravesend: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

More about Gravesend

Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141 Wifi

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.