The average train between Bristol and East Kilbride takes 8h 19m and the fastest train takes 6h 50m. The train service runs several times per day 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 5 times a day between Bristol and East Kilbride. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 6:00 PM which arrives into East Kilbride at 10:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 8h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 25m • 2 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 station and arriving at East Kilbride station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.
Bristol to East Kilbride train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to East Kilbride train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Bristol to East Kilbride train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Bristol and East Kilbride is 490.3 km. The road distance is 633 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to East Kilbride via Stafford and Glasgow Central in around 7h 24m.