Rome2Rio

Bristol Temple Meads to Scotland trains

Find Transport to Scotland

View schedule
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

Trip Overview

The average train between Bristol Temple Meads and Scotland takes 7h 27m and the fastest train takes 6h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol Temple Meads to Scotland. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 27m
Duration
383 mi
Distance
£161
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Bristol Temple Meads to Scotland train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bristol Temple Meads and Scotland. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol Temple Meads is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Scotland at 10:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 39m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 40m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Arrives next day

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 36m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Arrives next day

    Cross CountryTransport for WalesAvanti West Coast13h 43m • 2 changes
  • Show more

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 31m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
  • Show more

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 31m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
  • Show more

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 53m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 27m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 31m • 2 changes
  • Show more

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 51m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 36m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 35m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 40m • 2 changes
  • Show more

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 31m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
  • Show more

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 29m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 31m • 2 changes
  •  → 

    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 28m • 2 changes
  • Show more

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol Temple Meads to Scotland? 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.

Map of how to get from Bristol Temple Meads to Scotland.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 382.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Bristol Temple Meads, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Glasgow Central via Birmingham New Street and Warrington Bank Quay in around 6h 46m.

Operators