Bristol to Bellinzona by train

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Overview: trains from Bristol to Bellinzona

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bristol to Bellinzona, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:47 View journey
Last train 22:50 View journey
Avg changes 3
Fastest journey 12hr 47m View journey
Distance (km) 1032
Trains / day 8 View all
Cheapest journey CA$688.35 View journey
Avg journey time 17hr 15m
Train operators 15

Travelling from Bristol to Bellinzona by train

Want to know how to get from Bristol to Bellinzona by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bristol to Bellinzona take around 12 hours and 47 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,032 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bristol is scheduled to depart at around  05:47. The last departure is usually at around 22:50 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bristol at around 06:00, with the last train leaving at around 18:57. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 8 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 42 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$688.35.

We think any time is a great time to visit Bellinzona, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Bellinzona.

Is there a direct train from Bristol to Bellinzona?

The journey between Bristol and Bellinzona usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Bristol to Bellinzona?

The Bristol to Bellinzona train travel takes about 12 hours and 47 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bristol to Bellinzona train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bellinzona leaving Bristol at around 05:47 and the last train leaving at around 22:50 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bristol at around 06:00, with the final departure at 18:57.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.