The average train between Bristol and Paisley takes 7h 52m and the fastest train takes 6h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Paisley. 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 Paisley. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Paisley at 11:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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7h 4m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Bristol to Paisley? 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 Paisley. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads station and arriving at Glasgow Central station via Birmingham New Street station and Warrington Bank Quay station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.
Bristol to Paisley train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Paisley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
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The distance between Bristol and Paisley is 501.4 km. The road distance is 606 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Paisley Gilmour Street via Birmingham New Street, Warrington Bank Quay, and Glasgow Central in around 7h.