The average train between Bristol and Grimsby takes 5h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Grimsby. 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 Grimsby. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Grimsby at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Grimsby. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Grimsby station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.
Bristol to Grimsby train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Grimsby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Grimsby Town station.
Book your Bristol to Grimsby train tickets online with Cross Country, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bristol and Grimsby is 290.1 km. The road distance is 373 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Grimsby Town via Sheffield in around 4h 59m.