Bristol to Birmingham by train

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Overview: trains from Bristol to Birmingham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bristol to Birmingham, 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 06:15 View journey
Last train 22:20 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 1hr 8m View journey
Distance (km) 116
Trains / day 45 View all
Cheapest journey £24.57 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 25m
Train operators 1

Travelling from Bristol to Birmingham by train

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

The fastest trains from Bristol to Birmingham take around 1 hour and 8 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 116 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bristol is scheduled to depart at around  06:27. The last departure is usually at around 22:10 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bristol at around 06:15, with the last train leaving at around 22:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 45 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 23 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £24.57.

We think any time is a great time to visit Birmingham, 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 Birmingham.

Is there a direct train from Bristol to Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train from Bristol to Birmingham.

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

The Bristol to Birmingham train travel takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bristol to Birmingham train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Birmingham leaving Bristol at around 06:27 and the last train leaving at around 22:10 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bristol at around 06:15, with the final departure at 22:20.

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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.