The average train between Bristol and Kirkham takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Kirkham. 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 every 2 hours between Bristol and Kirkham. The earliest departure is at 7:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Kirkham at 8:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Kirkham? 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 Kirkham. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Kirkham station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Bristol to Kirkham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Kirkham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Bristol to Kirkham train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bristol and Kirkham is 259.5 km. The road distance is 322 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Kirkham & Wesham via Birmingham New Street and Preston in around 4h 14m.