Liverpool to Bristol train
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Fastest train times from Liverpool to Bristol
Fastest Journey
3 h 25 m
Average
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
219 km
Of the 10 trains that leave Liverpool for Bristol every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Liverpool to Bristol
 | Distance | 135 miles (218 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 25 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £68 (€75) |
 | Train frequency | 16 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train providers | West Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, London Midland or Northern Rail |
Trains from Liverpool to Bristol cover the 135 miles (218 km) long route taking on average 3 h 25 min with our travel partners like West Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, London Midland or Northern Rail. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around £68, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £40. Travellers depart most frequently from Liverpool Lime Street and arrive in Bristol Temple Meads.
Train providers: CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3) trains Liverpool to Bristol
Buy your official CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3) train tickets from Liverpool to Bristol from £40 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Liverpool and Bristol you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Find the perfect CrossCountry train from Liverpool to Bristol for a smooth and relaxing journey. Omio makes it convenient for you to check the latest CrossCountry train timetables and compare the cheapest, fastest or earliest train to Bristol from Liverpool. You can also check relevant travel information for the CrossCountry train, such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard, depending on the class fare you choose. Once you find the ideal route, book your cheap CrossCountry train tickets online. You can expect to travel around 135 miles (218 km) on this trip and your CrossCountry Liverpool to Bristol train ticket can cost as little as £40 one-way if you book in advance. When you search for CrossCountry tickets from Liverpool to Bristol in the Omio app, you can quickly see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless. Buy your official CrossCountry train tickets online quickly and easily on Omio and enjoy the travel experience!
- Average Price: £40
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operator in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The train provider operates local and regional trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.
Train information from Liverpool to Bristol with Northern Rail (3):
- Average Duration: 1 h
- Northern Rail (3) frequency: 1 a day
Trains from Liverpool to Bristol: Journey Details
There are no direct trains from Liverpool to Bristol, but numerous services require just one change. Journeys involve taking a Virgin Trains service to Stafford, or a London Midland train to Birmingham New Street, changing to a CrossCountry service to Bristol. The weekday schedule begins with an early morning departure and continues with 2 trains every hour until the final service in mid-evening. Journey times are a little under 3 hours and 30 minutes. The Sunday timetable offers fewer services, with some journeys requiring an additional change at Crewe.
Taking the Train from Liverpool
Trains from Liverpool to Bristol depart from Lime Street station located in the city centre. The station provides local Merseyrail connections around the region from its lower level platforms. Bus stops on Lime Street and Lord Nelson Street offer routes around the city and some weekend night services. The 500 shuttle service connects the station to the airport. The rank for Liverpool city black cabs is near the Skelhorne Street entrance.
Getting into Bristol by Train
Bristol has always been an important maritime city, a key centre for exploration and trade. Those traditions are celebrated in the visitor attractions along the revitalised harbour front, including Brunel's SS Great Britain steam liner, the Aquarium and cosmopolitan Sunday markets. Trains from Liverpool to Bristol arrive at Temple Meads station, positioned on the south-eastern side of the city centre. Buses serving numerous city routes stop by the station entrance, including a regular service to the airport. Taxis are available from a rank beside the bus stops at the main entrance. The quayside landing behind the station also offers a short ferry connection to the centre and Bristol harbour.
Travel Tips: Trains from Liverpool to Bristol
Omio customers travelling this route book their trains from Liverpool Lime Street to Bristol Temple Meads.
You can find the most popular departure train station for this route, Liverpool Lime Street, located approximately 0.4 miles (692 m) from the city centre of Liverpool. The most popular arrival train station in Bristol, called Bristol Temple Meads, is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from its city centre.
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Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
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