The average train between Bristol and Ashford takes 2h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to Ashford. 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 hourly between Bristol and Ashford. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Ashford at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 2h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Ashford? 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 Ashford. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Ashford station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.
Bristol to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Staines station.
Book your Bristol to Ashford train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway.
The distance between Bristol and Ashford is 148.3 km. The road distance is 173 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Ashford (Surrey) via Reading and Staines in around 2h 32m.