The average train between Chatham and Bristol takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is an hourly train service from Chatham 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 Chatham and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 5:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chatham is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:05 AM. All services require a transfer at London Victoria and take an average of 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 3m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


3h 3m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


3h 4m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


8h 24m • 2 changes


3h 2m • 2 changes


3h 30m • 2 changes


3h 27m • 2 changes


3h 33m • 2 changes


3h 30m • 2 changes


2h 59m • 2 changes


3h 1m • 2 changes


2h 59m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Chatham 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 Chatham to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Chatham station and arriving at Bristol station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Chatham to Bristol train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Chatham station.
Chatham to Bristol train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Chatham to Bristol train tickets online with Southeastern, London Underground (Tube) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Chatham and Bristol is 216.8 km. The road distance is 253 km.
You can take a train from Chatham to Bristol Temple Meads via London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 3h 29m.