The average train between Bristol and Southwark takes 2h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to Southwark. 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 Southwark. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Southwark at 6:02 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Southwark. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Southwark station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Bristol to Southwark train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Southwark train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
The distance between Bristol and Southwark is 172.7 km. The road distance is 196 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 38m.