The average train between Portsmouth and Bristol takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Bristol at 12:16 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Portsmouth station and arriving at Bristol station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 27m.
Portsmouth to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Portsmouth to Bristol train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Portsmouth and Bristol is 127.9 km. The road distance is 163 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 2h 26m.