The average train between Essex and Bristol takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex 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 Essex and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Bristol at 12:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essex 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 Essex to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Bristol station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Essex to Bristol train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Bristol train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Essex to Bristol train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Essex and Bristol is 223.4 km. The road distance is 263 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Bristol Temple Meads via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 8m.