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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Bristol is to rideshare which costs £7 - £15 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Bristol is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £55 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Plymouth Coach Station station and arriving at Anchor Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Bristol?

The distance between Plymouth and Bristol is 127 miles. The road distance is 117.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £55 - £110.

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

The train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meads takes 1h 57m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Bristol bus from?

Plymouth to Bristol bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Bristol train from?

Plymouth to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Bristol?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Bristol is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £55 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Plymouth to Bristol bus arrive?

Plymouth to Bristol bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Anchor Road station.

Where does the Plymouth to Bristol train arrive?

Plymouth to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Bristol is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Plymouth to Bristol.

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

Book your Plymouth to Bristol train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Plymouth to Bristol bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2665+ hotels available in Bristol.

Can I share a ride from Plymouth to Bristol?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Plymouth and Bristol. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
1h 57m
£55–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Plymouth to Bristolrideshare 117.2 mi
2h 33m
£7–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Anchor Roadbus Fal
3h 28m
£14–55
Drive 116.5 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Bristolcar 116.5 mi
2h 12m
£29–41

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Distance: 126.7 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Stagecoach South West operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Anchor Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Two other operators also service this route.

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