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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Lincoln is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Lincoln is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Lincoln Central via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Bristol to Lincoln?

The distance between Bristol and Lincoln is 179 miles. The road distance is 168.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Lincoln without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £95 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Bristol to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Lincoln bus from?

Bristol to Lincoln bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Lincoln train from?

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

Train or bus from Bristol to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Bristol to Lincoln is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £95 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Bristol to Lincoln bus arrive?

Bristol to Lincoln bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bristol to Lincoln train arrive?

Bristol to Lincoln train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Lincoln is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Bristol to Lincoln.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lincoln?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Lincoln Centraltrain Matlock - Cleethorpes / ...
3h 54m
£96–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station Car Parkbus 151
6h 25m
£34–85
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Lincoln Centraltrain Matlock - Cleethorpes / ...
6h 5m
£36–57
Drive 167.3 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Lincolncar 167.3 mi
3h 4m
£41–59

Bristol to Lincoln by train

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Distance: 177.9 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Lincoln Central via Derby in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rail Station Car Park via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 25m.

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