The average train between Wales and Bristol takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales 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 Wales and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wales is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Bristol at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Wales to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Bristol station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Wales to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.
Wales to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Wales to Bristol train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Wales and Bristol is 228 km. The road distance is 283 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 2h 37m.