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Outbound fromLondon Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads by train
It takes an average of 1h 43m to travel from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads by train, over a distance of around 104 miles (167 km). There are normally 51 trains per day travelling from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads and tickets for this journey start from £24 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:42 | |
| Departure station | London Paddington | |
| Arrival station | Bristol Temple Meads | |
| Journey time | From 1h 27m | |
| Distance | 104 miles (167 km) | |
| Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £24 | |
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Travelling by train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads
Want to find out more about taking the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads? Look no further.
The train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads usually takes around 1h 41m but can take just 1h 19m on the fastest services, with around 83 trains running on this popular route every day. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.
Great Western Railway (GWR) is the main operator on this route. Free WiFi is available on most services, as well as hot and cold snacks and drinks on their high-speed services. Want to travel in style? Upgrade to GWR First Class and you'll get to enjoy complimentary food and drinks, more legroom, reclining extra-wide seats, enhanced WiFi and at-seat power sockets and USB sockets.
Want to get the best train deals? Travel Off-Peak – we’ll highlight the cheapest Off-Peak train tickets from London to Bristol in our Journey Planner. If you’re travelling by train quite frequently, why not get a Railcard – you'll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Ready to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets with us today and use our timetable to view live train times from London to Bristol.
FAQs about the train journey from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads
Want to know more about your journey from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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