The average train between Scotland and Bristol takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Scotland 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 Scotland and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Bristol at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Scotland 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 Scotland to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central station and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads station via Warrington Bank Quay station and Birmingham New Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.
Scotland to Bristol train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
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The distance between Scotland and Bristol is 600.9 km. The road distance is 595 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Temple Meads via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 55m.