The average train between Bristol and Giffnock takes 8h 8m and the fastest train takes 6h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Giffnock. 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 Giffnock. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 5:00 PM which arrives into Giffnock at 2:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 8h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Giffnock? 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 Giffnock. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Giffnock station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.
Bristol to Giffnock train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Giffnock train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Bristol to Giffnock train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Bristol and Giffnock is 496.4 km. The road distance is 624 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Giffnock via Stafford and Glasgow Central in around 7h 7m.