Bristol to Hemel Hempstead by train

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Overview: trains from Bristol to Hemel Hempstead

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bristol to Hemel Hempstead, 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 04:47 View journey
Last train 22:35 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 23m View journey
Distance (km) 144
Trains / day 32 View all
Cheapest journey £41.58 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 59m
Train operators 9

Taking the train from Bristol to Hemel Hempstead

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Cost of train travel from Bristol to Hemel Hempstead

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Bristol to Hemel Hempstead:

  • Cheapest ticket: £41.58

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Bristol to Hemel Hempstead departure timetable

On this route, 32 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Bristol at 04:47 and the last leaving at 22:35 during the week.

For weekend travel to Hemel Hempstead, the earliest departure is at 07:00 and the last one is at 21:02. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 27 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Bristol to Hemel Hempstead?

On this route spanning 144 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 23 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Bristol and Hemel Hempstead?

You can secure tickets for travel between Bristol and Hemel Hempstead up to 3 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

More information on train travel from Bristol to Hemel Hempstead

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Hemel Hempstead city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Bristol to Hemel Hempstead

Want to know more about your journey from Bristol to Hemel Hempstead? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Bristol and Hemel Hempstead is 144 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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