The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Bristol
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Bristol will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool for Bristol every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 219 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. 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 £14, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 219 km
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4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Bristol trains for today, Sunday 11 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:34 Liverpool | 5h14 | 12:48 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:13 Liverpool | 4h35 | 12:48 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:15 Liverpool | 4h56 | 13:11 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:47 Liverpool | 4h24 | 13:11 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:47 Liverpool | 3h48 | 15:35 Bristol | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Bristol
Trains from Liverpool to Bristol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 219 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 04:53 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Liverpool to Bristol trainsWest Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Liverpool and Bristol from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
FAQs: Liverpool to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Bristol
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- 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.
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
- 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
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £1
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
- Cost £10
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
- Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
- Parking: short-term and long-term options available
- Bus: Airport Flyer Express
- Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: station entrance and on platform
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Laybys on A4 Portway by footbridge. Taxis from the station approach road
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