The average train between Bristol and West Sussex takes 4h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to West Sussex. 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 Sussex. The earliest departure is at 5:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 9:45 PM which arrives into West Sussex at 8:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Southampton Central and take an average of 4h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 59m • 2 changes


3h 38m • 2 changes


3h 38m • 2 changes


3h 39m • 2 changes


3h 43m • 2 changes


3h 38m • 2 changes


3h 39m • 2 changes


3h 38m • 2 changes


3h 48m • 2 changes


3h 53m • 2 changes


3h 53m • 2 changes


3h 55m • 2 changes


3h 59m • 2 changes


3h 38m • 2 changes


3h 38m • 2 changes


3h 39m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Bristol to West Sussex? 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 West Sussex. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at West Sussex station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.
Bristol to West Sussex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to West Sussex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Barnham station.
Book your Bristol to West Sussex train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Southern.
The distance between Bristol and West Sussex is 160 km. The road distance is 216 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Billingshurst via Southampton Central and Barnham in around 3h 51m.