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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bodmin to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 184 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bodmin to Bristol:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bodmin to Bristol costing on average £60.
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 44m.
Tickets start at around £60 compared to roughly £46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-14.48. The journey takes 2h 45m versus 2h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Bristol from Bodmin by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bodmin to Bristol is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Bristol are Bath, Cardiff, London, Oxford and Birmingham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bristol on Omio.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Cardiff is a compact capital known for Welsh culture, Cardiff Castle and the energy of the Principality Stadium. Victorian arcades, civic landmarks and Cardiff Bay give it a character that feels both historic and modern.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
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This is compared to other travel options from Bodmin to Bristol:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bodmin to Bristol costing on average £60.
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 44m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bodmin and Bristol as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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