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Compare train and coach for Market Harborough to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Market Harborough to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 162 km
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Overview: Train from Market Harborough to Bristol
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Trains from Market Harborough to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 3h 39m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 04:53 |
Last train 21:37 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Train companies: Great Western Rail, east_midlands_trains from Market Harborough to Bristol trainsGreat Western Rail, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Market Harborough and Bristol from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 39m
Cheapest Price
£156
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
£160
east_midlands_trains frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Market Harborough to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Market Harborough 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Market Harborough to Bristol can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £81, while the average price tends to be around £118.
The train journey from Market Harborough to Bristol covers a distance of 162 km and takes approximately 3h 39m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Market Harborough to Bristol is 162 km.
The first train from Market Harborough to Bristol leaves at 4:53.
The last train from Market Harborough to Bristol departs at 21:37.
Trains from Market Harborough to Bristol run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Market Harborough to Bristol.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Market Harborough to Bristol.
To get from Market Harborough to Bristol, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Market Harborough to Bristol.
The train station in Market Harborough that goes to Bristol is Market Harborough station (MHR), and it arrives at Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
The cheapest way to get from Market Harborough to Bristol is by coach, costing approximately £22.
Booking trains from Market Harborough to Bristol in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Market Harborough to Bristol offers a mix of scenic views, including picturesque countryside landscapes, rolling hills, and charming villages, particularly as you travel through the Cotswolds region.
A day trip from Market Harborough to Bristol is not feasible as the journey lasts 3h 39m. The frequency of trains is 7 per day, covering a distance of 162 km.
In Bristol, you can visit the Bristol Zoo Gardens for a family-friendly day exploring diverse animal exhibits. Take a boat tour along the River Avon to enjoy unique views of the city. Explore vibrant street art in the Stokes Croft area, or visit the Arnolfini for contemporary art exhibitions and performances. Relax with a walk or picnic in Brandon Hill Park, home to the historic Cabot Tower. Don't miss the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge for panoramic views, or explore the historic Bristol Cathedral with its stunning Gothic architecture. Discover the SS Great Britain museum, the diverse collections at the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, and the lively St Nicholas Market for food and crafts.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Bristol is ideal to explore its diverse attractions, including the Clifton Suspension Bridge, SS Great Britain, and the vibrant street art scene.
Yes, you can take the train from Market Harborough to Bristol.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Market Harborough and Bristol
Market Harborough
Bristol
The major train station for departures in Market Harborough is Market Harborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Market Harborough for your trip from Market Harborough to Bristol.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. Step free access is available to both platforms, via the ticket office for platform 1 or the new car park for platform 2. Please check which platform your train is due to depart from before arriving at the station. Services to the north, including Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby normally depart from platform 1. Services to London and stations south of Market Harborough normally depart from platform 2. If you do need assistance to change platforms, we're happy to help. Please speak to a member of staff or use a Help Point in the station. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Ticket Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: rear of booking hall, and Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Market Harborough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses leave from the Bay adjacent to the station car park.
The major train station for arrivals in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your journey to Bristol from Market Harborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- 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
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
- 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
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