The average train between Central London and Bristol takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Central London to Bristol. 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 Central London and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 12:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Central London is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Bristol at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Earl's Court station and take an average of 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 7m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Central London to Bristol? 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 Central London to Bristol. However, there are services departing from London Paddington station and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads station via Bristol Temple Meads station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.
Central London to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.
Central London to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
The distance between Central London and Bristol is 158.5 km. The road distance is 177 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 1h 36m.