The average train between Bristol and Sleaford takes 5h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Sleaford. 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 Sleaford. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Sleaford at 8:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Sleaford? 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 Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Sleaford station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.
Bristol to Sleaford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Sleaford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sleaford station.
Book your Bristol to Sleaford train tickets online with Cross Country and East Midlands Railways.
The distance between Bristol and Sleaford is 227.2 km. The road distance is 300 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sleaford via Birmingham New Street and Nottingham in around 4h 53m.