How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Bristol start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Bristol?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Bristol is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 72 miles (116 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Bristol route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Bristol?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Bristol at 7:12am. And the latest train departs at 10:12pm.

Train Birmingham to Bristol from $19

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Bristol on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:12pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	4:20pm	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	3:12pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	4:20pm	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	3:42pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 17m	4:59pm	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	3:42pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 17m	4:59pm	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	4:12pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	5:20pm	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bristol on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 17m	8:29am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	8:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	9:20am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 17m	8:29am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:42am	Birmingham New Street	1h 12m	8:54am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:42am	Birmingham New Street	1h 12m	8:54am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bristol on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	8:20am	Bristol Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	7:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	8:20am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:42am	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	8:57am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:42am	Birmingham New Street	1h 15m	8:57am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	8:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	9:20am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bristol on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	10:38am	Bristol Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	9:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	10:38am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	10:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	11:38am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	10:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	11:38am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	11:30am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	12:38pm	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bristol on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 17m	8:29am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	8:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	9:20am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 17m	8:29am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:42am	Birmingham New Street	1h 12m	8:54am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:42am	Birmingham New Street	1h 12m	8:54am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bristol on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 17m	8:29am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	8:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	9:20am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 17m	8:29am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:42am	Birmingham New Street	1h 12m	8:54am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:42am	Birmingham New Street	1h 12m	8:54am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to Bristol on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 17m	8:29am	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	8:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 8m	9:20am	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	7:12am	Birmingham New Street	1h 17m	8:29am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:42am	Birmingham New Street	1h 12m	8:54am	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	7:42am	Birmingham New Street	1h 12m	8:54am	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:57 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

78 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $52	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $260	Average Duration1h 12m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $19	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at $20

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Bristol by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Bristol start from $20. The average price for this train route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Bristol?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Bristol is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 72 miles (116 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 8m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Bristol route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Bristol?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Bristol at 7:12am. And the latest train departs at 10:12pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/25

$50

11/26

$103

Today

$50

11/28

$56

11/29

$50

11/30

$50

12/01

$30

12/02

$50

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Bristol was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Bristol, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $244 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-01.