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Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Bristol will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
To travel from Luton to Bristol you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34686+
C38380+
W45525
G14958+
W45545+
C38422
G14939 · G15165+
W32947+
C38397
W34680+
W45520+
C38278
G14965+
C38349+
W45556
G14957+
W45523+
C38335
G14966+
C38429+
W45574
G14958+
W45545+
C38422
G14965+
C38349+
W45556
G14956+
W45524+
C37160Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 158 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£53 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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 Luton to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G14956+ C37160+ W45524 | 8:13 Luton station (LUT) | 2h46 | 10:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
W32958+ C38250+ G14938 · G15477 | 8:27 Luton station (LUT) | 3h00 | 11:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
W34680+ W45520+ C38278 | 8:43 Luton station (LUT) | 2h52 | 11:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
W34617 · G15448+ W32951+ C38305 | 8:59 Luton station (LUT) | 2h57 | 11:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
G14957+ C38335+ W45523 | 9:13 Luton station (LUT) | 2h45 | 11:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
W32966+ C38356+ W34618 · G15478 | 9:29 Luton station (LUT) | 2h59 | 12:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
W45525+ C38380+ W34686 | 9:43 Luton station (LUT) | 2h52 | 12:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
G14939 · G15165+ C04222+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 9:56 Luton station (LUT) | 3h00 | 12:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
W32947+ C38397+ G14939 · G15165 | 9:59 Luton station (LUT) | 2h57 | 12:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
W32947+ G14958+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 9:59 Luton station (LUT) | 3h00 | 12:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
W45545+ C38422+ G14958 | 10:13 Luton station (LUT) | 2h46 | 12:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
C04224+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ W35417+ W29866 | 10:25 Luton station (LUT) | 2h56 | 13:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
W45384+ C38436+ W35417+ W29866 | 10:29 Luton station (LUT) | 2h52 | 13:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
W45384+ G14959+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | 10:29 Luton station (LUT) | 3h10 | 13:39 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
W45556+ C38349+ G14965 | 14:13 Luton station (LUT) | 2h46 | 16:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
W45527+ C38367+ W34634 · C48916 | 14:29 Luton station (LUT) | 2h59 | 17:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
W45546+ C38390+ W34712 | 14:43 Luton station (LUT) | 2h51 | 17:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
W45574+ C38429+ G14966 | 15:13 Luton station (LUT) | 2h46 | 17:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
W34637 · C48918+ W45379+ C38448 | 15:29 Luton station (LUT) | 2h59 | 18:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
W34719+ W45416+ C37239 | 15:43 Luton station (LUT) | 2h52 | 18:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Luton to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 1:45 |
Last train 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 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 regular trains to Bristol from both Luton town centre and Luton Airport. One popular way to reach Bristol from Luton is by catching a Thameslink service to London St Pancras, and then taking a First Great Western train to Bristol Temple Meads. This journey takes about 3 hours, and trains leave from early in the morning 11 p.m. You can also catch airport trains from Luton Airport Parkway, which also require a change at London St. Pancras.
There are two main departure points for trains from Luton to Bristol. Luton Town Station is served by Thameslink trains and is just to the north of the town centre. It is right next to Luton Interchange, the town's central bus station, making it easy to reach from all parts of Luton and the surrounding area. The other station is Luton Parkway, which is the main station for Luton Airport. If you are transferring from a flight, airport buses ferry passengers straight to the airport.
Bristol is the largest city in the west of England and has plenty to offer visitors. See the spectacular Clifton Suspension Bridge, Brunel's SS Great Britain or Bristol Harbour, which has become a trendy restaurant district. There are museums dedicated to the city's slave-trading past, and beautiful churches like St Mary Redcliffe to visit as well. Trains from Luton to Bristol arrive at Temple Meads Station. Catch buses 8 or 9 for the city centre (as well as Clifton and Bristol Zoo) or number 506 to get to the harbour and the SS Great Britain. The A1 Airport Bus also connects Temple Meads directly to Bristol International Airport.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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 Luton to Bristol trains use the Luton to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare Luton and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, 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.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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