The average train between Bristol and Kings Cross takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 39m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to Kings Cross. 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 Kings Cross. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Kings Cross at 5:02 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Kings Cross. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Kings Cross station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Bristol to Kings Cross train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Kings Cross train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
Book your Bristol to Kings Cross train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and London Underground (Tube).
The distance between Bristol and Kings Cross is 171.5 km. The road distance is 193 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £50–100 and the journey takes 1h 39m.