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Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£36
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£52
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
1 h 31 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
1 h 50 m
Trains on 20 Oct
6
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Totnes to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Totnes to Bristol will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 6 trains from Totnes to Bristol, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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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W34559 · G15496
G15036 · C48821
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G15036 · C48821Trains from Totnes to Bristol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
The table below shows live departures for Totnes to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15035 · G15494 | 6:01 Totnes station (TOT) | 2h16 | 8:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
G01062 | 6:46 Totnes station (TOT) | 1h40 | 8:26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15036 · C48821 | 7:06 Totnes station (TOT) | 2h15 | 9:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
G01064 | 7:53 Totnes station (TOT) | 1h33 | 9:26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00869_G01067 | 8:53 Totnes station (TOT) | 1h31 | 10:24 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
W34559 · G15496 | 9:04 Totnes station (TOT) | 2h13 | 11:17 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Totnes 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 Totnes to Bristol trains use the Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare Totnes and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Signal Box Cafe
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Royal Seven Stars Hotel, The Great Grubb Bed & Breakfast, The Steam Packet Inn.
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.
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