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Bridgwater and Albion Museum
Local museum in the old Castle House, covering Bridgwater's history, industry, art, and the famous carnival tradition.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Yatton to Bridgwater among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 32 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (31m by train vs 37m by car). Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Yatton to Bridgwater run on average 3 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 27m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
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Local museum in the old Castle House, covering Bridgwater's history, industry, art, and the famous carnival tradition.
Arts venue with changing exhibitions, studios, and events in a restored church, showcasing contemporary work and local creativity.
Visitor centre and exhibition space interpreting the Battle of Sedgemoor and the Monmouth Rebellion near Bridgwater.
Historic riverside quay area with warehouses, town views, and an easy walk that reveals Bridgwater's trading and industrial past.
Open heath and wetland on the Somerset Levels near Bridgwater, valued for wildlife, big skies, and peaceful walking routes.
Popular town park with lawns, mature trees, play areas, and open space for a relaxed break close to the centre.
A rich Somerset apple cider made from local orchards. It is a defining regional drink, long tied to farm life and village pubs across the area.
Traditional Cheddar from Somerset, made with cow’s milk and matured for a firm texture and deep savoury flavour. The county is its historic home.
A buttery split bun filled with dried fruit and mixed spice. Baked across Somerset for teatime, it is a classic local regional treat.
Popular Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and attentive service in a smart but relaxed town-centre setting.
Well-liked Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta and grills in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere near the centre of Bridgwater.
Riverside pub and dining venue with a traditional feel, serving British favourites, Sunday roasts and drinks in a historic setting.
Moderate for a UK market town. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Bath or Bristol, while local buses and everyday meals stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, add 10-12.5% if service is good and not already included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
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Bridgwater Station -> Bridgwater Bus Station, Bridgwater
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yatton to Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Yatton to Bridgwater trains use the Yatton to Bridgwater station pair. Use this guide to compare Yatton and Bridgwater train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Yatton is 1 km from Yatton city centre. Public transport options include:
Yatton has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Yatton.
Ticket office support is available at Yatton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Yatton: Parking, WC.
Available at Yatton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Yatton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station - Step free access is available to both platforms although step free between platforms involves using local pavements and roadbridge. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: No, 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.
Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.
Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.
Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
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