The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£47
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£52
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
2 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
2 h 39 m
Trains on 12 Sept
5
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
To travel from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) you need to make at least one change.
C48626+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+
L7943917:424h05London Kings Cross (KGX)21:47Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£471One-way2 changes
C42179 · C42686+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington17:382h19London Kings Cross (KGX)19:57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£531One-way2 changes
V12007+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington17:232h09London Kings Cross (KGX)19:32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£531One-way1 change
C42198+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington17:362h31London Kings Cross (KGX)20:07Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£531One-way1 change
W34641 · C42326+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington17:082h12London Kings Cross (KGX)19:20Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£541One-way2 changes
V12007+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington17:232h09London Kings Cross (KGX)19:32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£531One-way1 change
W34641 · C42326+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington17:082h12London Kings Cross (KGX)19:20Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£541One-way2 changes
C42179 · C42686+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington17:382h19London Kings Cross (KGX)19:57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£531One-way2 changes
C42198+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington17:362h31London Kings Cross (KGX)20:07Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£531One-way1 change
C48626+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+
L7943917:424h05London Kings Cross (KGX)21:47Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£471One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI):
A coach is £39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) costing on average £44.
Other travel options to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 55m.
The journey is about 45m faster (1h 58m by train vs 2h 43m by car) and roughly £12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£44 vs £55). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34641 · C42326+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 17:08 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h12 | 19:20 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ V12007 | 17:23 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h09 | 19:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
C42198+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 17:36 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h31 | 20:07 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
C42179 · C42686+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 17:38 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h19 | 19:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
L79439+ C48626+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo | 17:42 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h05 | 21:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 08:55. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 8:55 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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: London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Temple Meads (BRI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Kings Cross (KGX) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Most London Kings Cross (KGX) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains use the London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare London Kings Cross (KGX) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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.
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