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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Bristol is to train and bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £35 - £70 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Kent to Bristol?

The distance between Kent and Bristol is 187 miles. The road distance is 163.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Bristol without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 3h 22m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Kent to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Bristol train from?

Kent to Bristol train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Bristol train arrive?

Kent to Bristol train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Bristol is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Kent to Bristol.

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

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Where can I stay near Bristol?

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Kent to Bristol - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct train between Kent and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Ashford International, King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

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There are 6 ways to get from Kent to Bristol by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 22m
£85–171
Train, bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
5h 50m
£36–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 040 / ...
4h 35m
£49–130
Drive 162.7 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Bristolcar 162.7 mi
2h 44m
£40–58
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
7h 12m
£100–275
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 50m
£78–157

Kent to Bristol by train and subway

243Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.3 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Bristol Temple Meads via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 22m.

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