The average train between Bristol and East Kilbride takes 8h 33m and the fastest train takes 7h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to East Kilbride. 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 2 hours between Bristol and East Kilbride. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into East Kilbride at 11:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 8h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 1m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bristol to East Kilbride? 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 East Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Glasgow Central station via Birmingham New Street station and Warrington Bank Quay station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.
Bristol to East Kilbride train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to East Kilbride train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
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The distance between Bristol and East Kilbride is 490.3 km. The road distance is 584 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to East Kilbride via Birmingham New Street, Warrington Bank Quay, and Glasgow Central in around 7h 40m.