What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Clifton?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Clifton is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Clifton?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Clifton is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Clifton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Clifton. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Dungannon Road via Nottingham station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Clifton?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Clifton. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Nottingham via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Bristol to Clifton?

The distance between Bristol and Clifton is 152 miles. The road distance is 136.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Clifton without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Clifton without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £75 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Clifton?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Bristol to Clifton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Clifton bus from?

Bristol to Clifton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Clifton train from?

Bristol to Clifton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Clifton?

The best way to get from Bristol to Clifton is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Bristol to Clifton bus arrive?

Bristol to Clifton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Bristol to Clifton train arrive?

Bristol to Clifton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Clifton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Clifton is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Bristol to Clifton.

Where can I stay near Clifton?

There are 1798+ hotels available in Clifton.

Bristol to Clifton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bristol to Clifton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
3h 23m
£79–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk087
5h 17m
£19–35
Drive 136.2 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Cliftoncar 136.2 mi
2h 15m
£34–48
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 150 / ...
5h 37m
£29–70

Bristol to Clifton by train and bus

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3h 23mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.1 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Clifton, Nottingham, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dungannon Road via Birmingham New Street, Nottingham, and Nottingham station in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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