The cheapest and fastest trains from Kingston upon Thames to Bristol
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Bristol will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 4 trains that leave Kingston upon Thames for Bristol every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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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Compare train and coach for Kingston upon Thames to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kingston upon Thames to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 159 km
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2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kingston upon Thames to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Kingston upon Thames to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:04 Kingston upon Thames | 3h24 | 07:28 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:48 Kingston upon Thames | 4h05 | 08:53 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:59 Kingston upon Thames | 3h36 | 08:35 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:28 Kingston upon Thames | 4h22 | 21:50 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kingston upon Thames to Bristol
Trains from Kingston upon Thames to Bristol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 04:53 |
Last train 22:30 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway from Kingston upon Thames to Bristol trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway trains will get you between Kingston upon Thames and Bristol from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kingston upon Thames to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kingston upon Thames 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Kingston upon Thames and Bristol
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:30 Saturday 06:40 - 20:30 Sunday 08:30 - 18:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: One on each platform
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Cromwell Road (A308) Bus Station Stand A4
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:25 Saturday 07:10 - 20:25 Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. - There is step free access via ramps to both platforms. Interchange via a stepped subway.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 1. Waiting room is heated. Seating is compliant with code of practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of Station off Coombe Road (A238)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:30 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category C station - This station does not have step-free access. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Kingston Road (A240) Bus Stop A outside station
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Located on both platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
- Car Park: No
- 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. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: South Road bus stop opposite station towards Bristol. Bus stop on Redland Grove towards Severn Beach
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