The average train between Bristol and France takes 5h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to France. 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 France. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into France at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 35m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bristol to France? 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 France. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Paris Nord station via London Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.
Bristol to France train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to France train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Bristol and France is 630.6 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cité via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 5h 18m.