The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyhead to Bristol
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
248 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Holyhead to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Holyhead to Bristol will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 3 trains that leave Holyhead for Bristol every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 248 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 53 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.
8:185h32Holyhead13:50Bristol£541One-way0 changes
12:275h53Holyhead18:20Bristol£551One-way0 changes
7:535h24Holyhead13:17Bristol£561One-way0 changes
7:535h24Holyhead13:17Bristol£561One-way0 changes
8:185h32Holyhead13:50Bristol£541One-way0 changes
12:275h53Holyhead18:20Bristol£551One-way0 changes
Live departures
Holyhead to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Holyhead to Bristol trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:53 Holyhead | 5h24 | 13:17 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:18 Holyhead | 5h32 | 13:50 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:25 Holyhead | 5h52 | 15:17 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyhead to Bristol
Trains from Holyhead to Bristol run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:21, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 248 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 248 km |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 4:21 |
Last train 20:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Holyhead to Bristol trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Holyhead and Bristol from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Holyhead to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead and Bristol
Most Holyhead to Bristol trains use the Holyhead to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Clifton Down. Use this guide to compare Holyhead and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Holyhead station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Holyhead from Holyhead city centre
Holyhead train station facilities and services
Holyhead has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Holyhead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Holyhead. ATMs are available at Holyhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Holyhead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Holyhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Holyhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Holyhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is via the Celtic Gateway Bridge, the ferry terminal, or via gates on to the platforms either side of Stena House. Transferring between platforms is step-free however distance between ferry terminal and Platform 1 is approximately 200m, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 00:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 00:00, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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