The average train between Bristol and Scotland takes 7h 32m and the fastest train takes 6h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Scotland. 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 Scotland. 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 Scotland at 10:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 40m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bristol to Scotland? 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 Scotland. 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 32m.
Bristol to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Scotland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
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The distance between Bristol and Scotland is 600.9 km. The road distance is 595 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Glasgow Central via Birmingham New Street and Warrington Bank Quay in around 6h 47m.