Oxford to Bristol train with Great Western Railway

Mon 16 Nov
+ Add return
Great Western Railway
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
CrossCountry
3,000+ travel companies
Great Western Railway
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
CrossCountry
3,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Bristol

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 16 Nov
Cheapest price on 16 Nov
£26
Average ticket price on 16 Nov
£43
Fastest journey on 16 Nov
1 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 16 Nov
1 h 12 m
Trains on 16 Nov
33
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 £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.

Fast trains

On Mon 16 Nov, we found 33 trains from Oxford to Bristol, including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 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 18 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.

  • Great Western RailwayG15069
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15073
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15065
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15077
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW35371 · W34629 · G15450
    2 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Oxford to Bristol

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Oxford to Bristol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. 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 20m
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
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

Frequently asked questions about your Oxford to Bristol trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Oxford to Bristol.

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 £39.
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.
Yes, there is a direct train between Oxford and Bristol. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway.

Live departures

Oxford to Bristol train times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Bristol trains for today, Sunday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayY15272 · C33034
Delayed
16:33 16:28Oxford station (OXF)
1h35
18:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)		1 change
Great Western RailwayW34942 · C00218
On time
16:56 Oxford station (OXF)
2h14
19:10 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)		1 change
CrossCountryG01029+Great Western RailwayC00218
On time
17:16 Oxford station (OXF)
1h54
19:10 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)		1 change
Great Western RailwayC00158 · C33044 · C00218
On time
17:28 Oxford station (OXF)
1h42
19:10 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)		2 changes
Great Western RailwayC00159 · W34725
On time
18:28 Oxford station (OXF)
1h34
20:02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)		1 change
CrossCountryG00997+Great Western RailwayG149548:16 Oxford station (OXF)
1h46
10:02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG150619:03 Oxford station (OXF)
1h08
10:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15509 · G149559:07 Oxford station (OXF)
1h29
10:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
CrossCountryG01000+Great Western RailwayG149569:18 Oxford station (OXF)
1h41
10:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15360 · W35065 · G14938 · G154779:35 Oxford station (OXF)
1h52
11:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG15510 · W3468010:11 Oxford station (OXF)
1h24
11:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
CrossCountryG01003+Great Western RailwayG1495710:19 Oxford station (OXF)
1h39
11:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35362 · W34617 · G1544810:29 Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
11:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG1506511:03 Oxford station (OXF)
1h10
12:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15363 · W3468611:08 Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
12:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
CrossCountryG01005+Great Western RailwayG1495811:16 Oxford station (OXF)
1h43
12:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35365 · G14939 · G1516511:32 Oxford station (OXF)
1h24
12:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15511 · G1495912:06 Oxford station (OXF)
1h33
13:39 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
CrossCountryG01009+Great Western RailwayG1496012:15 Oxford station (OXF)
1h48
14:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35367 · W34622 · G1544912:32 Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
13:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG1506913:03 Oxford station (OXF)
1h12
14:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15364 · G1496113:07 Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
14:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
CrossCountryG01013+Great Western RailwayG1496213:16 Oxford station (OXF)
1h42
14:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35369 · G14940 · G1496213:31 Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
14:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC00774 · G1496314:09 Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
15:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
CrossCountryG01018+Great Western RailwayG1496414:17 Oxford station (OXF)
1h48
16:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35371 · W34629 · G1545014:31 Oxford station (OXF)
1h28
15:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG1507315:04 Oxford station (OXF)
1h11
16:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayC48425 · W3470615:07 Oxford station (OXF)
1h28
16:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
CrossCountryG01022+Great Western RailwayG1496515:16 Oxford station (OXF)
1h43
16:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35374 · W34632 · C4813515:31 Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
16:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayC48427 · G15031 · W34634 · C4891615:35 Oxford station (OXF)
1h53
17:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG15514 · W3471216:06 Oxford station (OXF)
1h28
17:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
CrossCountryG01024+Great Western RailwayG1496616:16 Oxford station (OXF)
1h43
17:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Why should you book Oxford to Bristol trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway operates all trains services from Oxford to Bristol.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Oxford to Bristol.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Oxford to Bristol.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Oxford to Bristol.

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Oxford to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Oxford and Bristol from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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
8 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
Learn more about Great Western Railway

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Oxford and Bristol

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Oxford to Bristol.
Yes, there is a night train from Oxford to Bristol.

Complete guide to Bristol

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

M Shed

Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.

View on mapVisit website
  • Must visit

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

City museum and art gallery with natural history, archaeology, applied art and paintings in a grand central building.

View on mapVisit website
  • Must visit

SS Great Britain

Former passenger liner turned museum ship, where visitors explore restored decks and learn about transatlantic travel and engineering.

View on mapVisit website

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.

Plan your visit to Bristol

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bristol.

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.

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.

FAQs
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.
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 3451652030WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre

BusS1, Ns1 · 6m · £1 · 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.

More about Oxford
Oxford ParkwayOxford Parkway station, Water Eaton Park & Ride, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8HAWifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
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.

More about Oxford Parkway

Train stations for Oxford to Bristol

Check train stations information for Oxford and Bristol, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Oxford that goes to Bristol is Oxford, and it arrives at Bristol Temple Meads.

More options for your journey from Oxford to Bristol

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Return trains from Bristol to Oxford
Oxford to Bristol coach
Tickets and more information for trains to Oxford
Tickets and more information for trains to Bristol

Most popular trains to and from Bristol and Oxford

Vienna to Bristol train
Brussels to Bristol train
Munich to Bristol train
Oxford to Islip train
Oxford to Highbridge train
Oxford to Honeybourne train
Manchester Airport to Bristol train
Edinburgh to Bristol train
Oxford to Enstone train
Oxford to Long Hanborough train
Oxford to Amesbury train
Amsterdam to Bristol train
Oxford to Denham train
Oxford to Glastonbury train
Oxford to Ilfracombe train
Oxford to Pembroke train
London Gatwick Airport to Bristol train
Paris to Bristol train
Oxford to Bramley train
Oxford to Lockerbie train
Oxford to Wye train
Milan to Bristol train
Venice to Bristol train
Lisbon to Bristol train
Madrid to Bristol train
Liverpool to Bristol train
London to Bristol train
Oxford to Moreton train
Oxford to Hounslow train
Oxford to Wellington, Somerset train
Berlin to Bristol train
Oxford to Duxford train
London Heathrow Airport to Bristol train
Barcelona to Bristol train
Birmingham to Bristol train
Leeds to Bristol train
Oxford to Thame train
London Stansted Airport to Bristol train
Glasgow to Bristol train
Manchester to Bristol train
Oxford to Kingham train
Oxford to Stow-on-the-Wold train
Oxford to Abington, South Lanarkshire train
Oxford to Wallingford train
HomeTrainsTrains in United KingdomTrain Times to Bristol Oxford to Bristol train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone