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Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
11
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 £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 11 trains that leave Liverpool for Bristol every day 11 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 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 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.










Omio recommends booking the train 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 £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 219 km
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£42 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Bristol trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C16939+ G01148 | 12:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h21 | 15:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
C16939+ G38878+ G15017 | 12:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h05 | 16:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
C16942+ W29882 | 12:33 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h36 | 16:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
W33894 · W34031+ W29882 | 12:43 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h26 | 16:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
C16944+ W29884 | 13:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h19 | 16:31 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
C16944+ G38880+ G15019 | 13:12 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h03 | 17:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Bristol run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 219 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 219 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 4:53 |
Last train 20:35 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Bristol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bristol trip today.
Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
City museum and art gallery with natural history, archaeology, applied art and paintings in a grand central building.
Former passenger liner turned museum ship, where visitors explore restored decks and learn about transatlantic travel and engineering.
Lively floating harbour area with waterside walks, museums, boats and year-round city views, ideal for first-time visitors.
Elegant Georgian square with lawns and paths, useful as a calm stop between the old city, harbour and nearby cultural sights.
Colourful hillside neighbourhood famed for street art, independent character and broad views over the city from nearby green spaces.
A cider from apples grown in the surrounding West Country. Bristol’s long cider-trading history makes it a classic local drink to try in pubs and cider houses.
A rich cheese from Somerset, often eaten across Bristol in sandwiches, ploughman’s lunches and pub dishes. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
A traditional bun flavoured with dried fruit, spice and candied peel, linked to Bristol since the 18th century. It is a distinctive local teatime bake.
Long-running St Nicholas Market favourite serving pitta sandwiches packed with falafel, salad and sauces in a casual setting.
Elegant modern British dining in Clifton, with tasting menus and polished service in an intimate setting.
Lively harbourside restaurant known for excellent steaks, burgers and strong cocktails in a smart but relaxed room.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining cost less than London, but more than many smaller cities. Buses are reasonable; central attractions and cafés can add up.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
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Bristol Temple Meads -> Bristol Bus & Coach Station
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.
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.
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.
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.

Most Liverpool to Bristol trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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 options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is 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. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: 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.
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Lawrence Hill is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Lawrence Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lawrence Hill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lawrence Hill: Parking.
Available at Lawrence Hill: Bike Parking.
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