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Trip Overview

The average train between Shildon and Bristol takes 6h 5m and the fastest train takes 5h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Shildon 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.

6h 5m
Duration
282 mi
Distance
£143
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Darlington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 45m
£123–185

Shildon to Bristol train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Shildon and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shildon is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Bristol at 11:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country13h 32m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 32m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 32m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 36m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 32m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 39m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 35m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 35m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 41m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 35m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 38m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Shildon 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.

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  • Distance: 281.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Shildon, England and Bristol, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Bristol Temple Meads every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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