How to get to Bristol from London

There are 2 options to travel between London and Bristol including taking a train and coach.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Bristol is a coach with an average price of £10.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Bristol:

A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Bristol costing on average £49.

The fastest way to travel from London to Bristol is by train with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Bristol take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 22m.

The London to Bristol distance is approximately 171 km.

The average frequency per day from London to Bristol is:

• Around 59 trains per day.
• Around 58 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Bristol as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Bristol:

• Trains mostly depart from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and arrive in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
• Coaches mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St).
• Ferries mostly depart from Portsmouth Harbour and arrive in Fishbourne.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Bristol, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Bristol by coach.
• Travel with South Western Railway, Great Western Railway to go to Bristol by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from London to Bristol with the following travel companies:

• 56 direct coaches per day with National Express, FlixBus.
• 32 direct trains per day with Great Western Railway.

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To get from London to Bristol, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

In Bristol, you can visit the Bristol Zoo Gardens for a family-friendly day exploring diverse animal exhibits. Take a boat tour along the River Avon to enjoy unique views of the city. Explore vibrant street art in the Stokes Croft area, or visit the Arnolfini for contemporary art exhibitions and performances. Relax with a walk or picnic in Brandon Hill Park, home to the historic Cabot Tower. Don't miss the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge for panoramic views, or explore the historic Bristol Cathedral with its stunning Gothic architecture. Discover the SS Great Britain museum, the diverse collections at the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, and the lively St Nicholas Market for food and crafts.

A stay of 2 to 3 days in Bristol is ideal to explore its diverse attractions, including the Clifton Suspension Bridge, SS Great Britain, and the vibrant street art scene.