The average train between Bristol and Kent takes 3h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Kent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bristol and Kent. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Kent at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Kent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Kent. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Kent station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.
Bristol to Kent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Kent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Bristol to Kent train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), London Underground (Tube) and Southeastern.
The distance between Bristol and Kent is 230.8 km. The road distance is 300 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Lenham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 3h 30m.