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

The cheapest way to get from Shildon to Bristol is to train and bus which costs £55 - £100 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shildon to Bristol is to train and fly which takes 4h 20m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Shildon and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Shildon to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Shildon and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Shildon to Bristol?

The distance between Shildon and Bristol is 283 miles. The road distance is 260.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shildon to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Shildon to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shildon to Bristol train from?

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

Where does the Shildon to Bristol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shildon to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Shildon to Bristol is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Shildon to Bristol.

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

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Where can I stay near Bristol?

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Shildon to Bristol - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Shildon to Bristol by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 45m
£123–185
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shildon to Darlingtontrain
2. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
4h 20m
£45–123
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Eaglescliffe to Leedstrain
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
9h 10m
£55–97
Drive 259 mi
1. Drive from Shildon to Bristolcar 259 mi
4h 27m
£65–94
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
6h 5m
£97–243
Train to Newcastle, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane NCL - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
6h 30m
£123–298
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
6h 3m
£123–389

Shildon to Bristol by train

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Distance: 281.8 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Bristol Temple Meads every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 26m.

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