The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Bristol
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Bristol will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
To travel from Lincoln to Bristol you need to make at least one change.
G08055+
G14966+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington13:204h45Lincoln Central (LCN)18:05Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£591One-way2 changes
G14965+
C59617+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
L0163112:194h46Lincoln Central (LCN)17:05Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£771One-way3 changes
G01153+
C2132913:423h49Lincoln Central (LCN)17:31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1091One-way1 change
G01186 · W29895+
C2182814:143h55Lincoln Central (LCN)18:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1171One-way2 changes
W29935 · G01150+
C2179913:103h59Lincoln Central (LCN)17:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1281One-way2 changes
G01153+
C2132913:423h49Lincoln Central (LCN)17:31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1091One-way1 change
W29884+
C2133012:423h49Lincoln Central (LCN)16:31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1281One-way1 change
G01186 · W29895+
C2182814:143h55Lincoln Central (LCN)18:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1171One-way2 changes
W29935 · G01150+
C2179913:103h59Lincoln Central (LCN)17:09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1281One-way2 changes
G08055+
G14966+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington13:204h45Lincoln Central (LCN)18:05Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£591One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lincoln to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 242 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£87 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lincoln to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Bristol trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:35 Lincoln | 4h30 | 13:05 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:20 Lincoln | 4h31 | 14:51 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:18 Lincoln | 4h18 | 15:36 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Lincoln to Bristol by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Lincoln to Bristol trains with Omio?
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 East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry or London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Lincoln 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 bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lincoln to Bristol.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry or London North Eastern Railway to find the best option for your trip from Lincoln to Bristol.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lincoln to Bristol.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to Bristol
Trains from Lincoln to Bristol run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 20:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway from Lincoln to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Lincoln and Bristol from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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CrossCountry
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Lincoln to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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 Lincoln and Bristol
Most Lincoln to Bristol trains use the Lincoln Central to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Redland. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lincoln station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Getting to Lincoln Central from Lincoln city centre
Lincoln Central train station facilities and services
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, 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 Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland 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 Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: 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.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
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