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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Harpenden is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Harpenden is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £65 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Luton DART Parkway via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Harpenden via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Bristol to Harpenden?

The distance between Bristol and Harpenden is 148 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Bristol to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Harpenden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Harpenden train from?

Bristol to Harpenden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Bristol to Harpenden is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Bristol to Harpenden bus arrive?

Bristol to Harpenden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Bristol to Harpenden train arrive?

Bristol to Harpenden train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Harpenden is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Bristol to Harpenden.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Harpenden?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Harpenden?

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

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Bristol to Harpenden - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 321 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Harpendentrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2h 26m
£68–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus Uk998 / ...
3h 57m
£18–32
Drive 115 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Harpendencar 115 mi
2h 36m
£28–41
Bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Watford Junction stationbus Ra3
3. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Old Cock Innbus 321
4h 29m

Bristol to Harpenden by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.7 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Harpenden via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Harpenden via London Heathrow Airport, Luton DART Parkway, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 3h 57m.

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