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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) 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 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 6 trains that leave Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 126 km
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3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P22732 | On time 12:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h27 | 14:50 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22734 | On time 13:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h29 | 15:52 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22736 | On time 14:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h30 | 16:53 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22738 | On time 15:23 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h30 | 17:53 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| V69001 | On time 16:24 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h29 | 18:53 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| P22742 | On time 17:24 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h28 | 19:52 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| P22720 | On time 06:01 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 2h47 | 08:48 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
 P61356+ K45127+P29850 | On time 06:24 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) | 3h11 | 09:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
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Trains from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 16:24. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 16:24 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway trains will get you between Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) 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 Portsmouth Harbour (PMH) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
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Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:00 Saturday 06:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Steps or 20m ramp (approx. 1:11 gradient) to main entrance, or steps to side entrance. 32m ramp (gradient up to 1:8) from Wightlink IoW ferry terminal. Level access to all platforms. Stepped footbridge between platforms is also available. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1 and outside booking hall
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hard Interchange Stands G, H or J
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Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- 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
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- 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
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- 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
- Located near the main entrance.
- 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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