The average train between Bristol and West Midlands takes 1h 48m and the fastest train takes 1h 38m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to West Midlands. 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 West Midlands. 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 West Midlands at 12:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at West Midlands station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.
Bristol to West Midlands train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to West Midlands train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Bristol to West Midlands train tickets online with Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Bristol and West Midlands is 123.9 km. The road distance is 149 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 19m.