The average train between Barmouth and Bristol takes 6h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Barmouth to Bristol. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Barmouth and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 7:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barmouth is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Bristol at 9:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 6h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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5h 21m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Barmouth to Bristol? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Barmouth to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Barmouth station and arriving at Bristol station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.
Barmouth to Bristol train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Barmouth station.
Barmouth to Bristol train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Barmouth to Bristol train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Barmouth and Bristol is 172.4 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Barmouth to Bristol Temple Meads via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Newport (S Wales) in around 6h 18m.