The average train between Bristol and Alès takes 18h 3m and the fastest train takes 11h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Alès. 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 twice daily between Bristol and Alès. The earliest departure is at 8:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 5:29 PM which arrives into Alès at 2:50 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 18h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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20h 21m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Bristol to Alès? 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 Bristol to Alès. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Alès station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 3m.
Bristol to Alès train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Alès train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ales station.
Book your Bristol to Alès train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Bristol and Alès is 954.7 km. The road distance is 1,416 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Ales via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, and Nimes in around 10h 44m.