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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Bristol
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Oct
Cheapest price on 02 Oct
£25
Average ticket price on 02 Oct
£46
Fastest journey on 02 Oct
1 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 02 Oct
1 h 17 m
Trains on 02 Oct
18
Distance
98 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Bristol will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Fast trains
On Fri 02 Oct, we found 18 trains from Oxford to Bristol, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
G1506913:031h12Oxford station (OXF)14:15Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£251One-way0 changes- G1508119:041h12Oxford station (OXF)20:16Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way0 changes
- G15364 · G1496113:071h27Oxford station (OXF)14:34Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£351One-way1 change
- G15511 · G1495912:061h33Oxford station (OXF)13:39Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£351One-way1 change
- W35367 · W34622 · G1544912:321h25Oxford station (OXF)13:57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£351One-way2 changes
- G150619:031h08Oxford station (OXF)10:11Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£351One-way0 changes
- G1506913:031h12Oxford station (OXF)14:15Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£251One-way0 changes
- G1508119:041h12Oxford station (OXF)20:16Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£281One-way0 changes
- W35367 · W34622 · G1544912:321h25Oxford station (OXF)13:57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£351One-way2 changes
- C48429 · G14943 · G1496818:341h26Oxford station (OXF)20:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£351One-way2 changes
Live departures
Oxford to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Bristol trains for today, Thursday 1 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 G00997+G14954 | On time 8:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h46 | 10:02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G15061 | On time 9:03 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h08 | 10:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15509 · G14955 | On time 9:07 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h29 | 10:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01000+G14956 | On time 9:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h41 | 10:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G15120 · G14938 · G15477 | On time 9:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h55 | 11:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| G15360 · W35065 · G14938 · G15477 | On time 9:35 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h52 | 11:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
| G15511 · G14959 | On time 12:06 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h33 | 13:39 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01009+G14960 | On time 12:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h48 | 14:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W35367 · W34622 · G15449 | On time 12:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h25 | 13:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| G15069 | On time 13:03 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h12 | 14:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15364 · G14961 | On time 13:07 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h27 | 14:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01013+G14962 | On time 13:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h42 | 14:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W35369 · G14940 · G14962 | On time 13:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h27 | 14:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| C00774 · G14963 | On time 14:09 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h27 | 15:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01018+G14964 | On time 14:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h48 | 16:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W35371 · W34629 · G15450 | On time 14:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h28 | 15:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| G15073 | 15:04 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h09 | 16:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C48425 · W34706 | On time 15:07 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h28 | 16:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01022+G14965 | On time 15:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h43 | 16:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W35374 · W34632 · C48135 | On time 15:31 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h25 | 16:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| C48427 · G15031 · W34634 · C48916 | On time 15:35 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h53 | 17:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
| G15514 · W34712 | 16:06 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h28 | 17:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01024+G14966 | On time 16:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h43 | 17:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| W35376 · Y15295 · G14966 | On time 16:32 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h27 | 17:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| G15077 | 17:00 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h18 | 18:18 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G15366 · W34719 | On time 17:10 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h25 | 18:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| G01027+G14967 | On time 17:19 Oxford station (OXF) | 1h41 | 19:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Bristol
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oxford to Bristol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 0m.
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 £8
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 3:43 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
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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 Great Western Railway Duration
1h 0m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£14
Great Western Railway frequency
6 a day
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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Things to do in Bristol
Discover the best of Bristol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bristol trip today.
- Must visit
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
City museum and art gallery with natural history, archaeology, applied art and paintings in a grand central building.
- Must visit
SS Great Britain
Former passenger liner turned museum ship, where visitors explore restored decks and learn about transatlantic travel and engineering.
- Must visit
Bristol Harbour
Lively floating harbour area with waterside walks, museums, boats and year-round city views, ideal for first-time visitors.
- Recommended
Queen Square
Elegant Georgian square with lawns and paths, useful as a calm stop between the old city, harbour and nearby cultural sights.
- Recommended
Stokes Croft
Colourful hillside neighbourhood famed for street art, independent character and broad views over the city from nearby green spaces.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
West Country Cider
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.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cheddar Cheese
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.
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Bristol Bun
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.
Matina
Long-running St Nicholas Market favourite serving pitta sandwiches packed with falafel, salad and sauces in a casual setting.
Bulrush
Elegant modern British dining in Clifton, with tasting menus and polished service in an intimate setting.
Pasture
Lively harbourside restaurant known for excellent steaks, burgers and strong cocktails in a smart but relaxed room.
Pound sterling (£)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.60
- Day pass
- £6.90
To the city centre
Bristol Temple Meads -> Bristol Bus & Coach Station
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
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Trains from Oxford to Bristol
Trains from Oxford to Bristol are provided by Great Western Railways. There are no direct services. Some journeys have one change at Didcot Parkway, and others have two changes at Reading and Bristol Parkway. Journey times generally last around 1.5-2 hours. The first train of the day leaves Oxford before 6:00 a.m. Services then run regularly all day, leaving every 30 minutes until the last train of the day departs after 10:00 p.m. Trains from Oxford to Bristol leave from Oxford Station on Botley Road in the west of the city, and arrive at Bristol's Temple Meads Station on Station Approach, in the city centre.
FAQs: Oxford to Bristol train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Bristol can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train journey from Oxford to Bristol covers a distance of 98 km and takes approximately 1h 0m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Oxford to Bristol is 98 km.
The first train from Oxford to Bristol leaves at 3:43.
The last train from Oxford to Bristol departs at 23:28.
Trains from Oxford to Bristol run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Oxford to Bristol.
Yes, there is a direct train between Oxford and Bristol. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.
There is no night train service from Oxford to Bristol.
The train station in Oxford that goes to Bristol is Oxford station (OXF), and it arrives at Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Booking trains from Oxford 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 Oxford to Bristol offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, featuring rolling hills, quaint villages, and stretches of green fields, making it a moderately scenic route.
Yes, you can take the train from Oxford to Bristol.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Bristol
Most Oxford to Bristol trains use the Oxford to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Clifton Down. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Oxford
Arrival train stations in Bristol
Which Oxford station do trains to Bristol leave from?
Trains from Oxford to Bristol leave from Oxford. The station is 1 km from Oxford city centre at Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS.
OxfordOxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
BusS1, Ns1 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~12 min
5, 3, 3A, 400, N3, N400 · 9m · £2 · every ~66 min
X1, X15, 600 · 9m · £2 · every ~14 min
X20, 120 · 10m · every ~10 min
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Oxford ParkwayOxford Parkway station, Water Eaton Park & Ride, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8HA
City-centre transport
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainOxford - London Marylebone, Oxford - High Wycombe, Oxford - Bicester Village, Oxford - Gerrards Cross · 8m · £2 · every ~4 min
BusS4, 2, 2A, N2, S5, Ns5, S7, X4, 800 · 20m · £4 · every ~51 min
700 · 22m · £4 · every ~9 min
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min
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.
Clifton DownClifton Down station, Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, City of, BS8 2PN+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
TrainBristol Temple Meads - Severn Beach, Bristol Temple Meads - Avonmouth, Weston-super-Mare - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Avonmouth, Taunton - Severn Beach, Weston-super-Mare - Clifton Down · 14m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus2a, 5, 3, 4, 1, 2 · 7m · £4 · every ~91 min
T7 · 10m · every ~2 min
4, 5, 1, 3, 2, 2a · 10m · £4 · every ~91 min
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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