The average train between Penrith and Bristol takes 4h 51m and the fastest train takes 4h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Penrith 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 every 4 hours between Penrith and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penrith is at 8:23 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Penrith station and arriving at Bristol station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.
Penrith to Bristol train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.
Penrith to Bristol train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Penrith to Bristol train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Penrith and Bristol is 357.2 km. The road distance is 425 km.
You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Bristol Temple Meads via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 36m.