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Trip Overview

The average train between Bristol and Leith takes 6h 37m and the fastest train takes 6h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Leith. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 37m
Duration
432 mi
Distance
£220
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Bristol to Leith train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Bristol and Leith. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 4:33 PM which arrives into Leith at 11:07 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 6h 34m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 6h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 37m • Direct
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    train train 6h 37m • Direct
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    train train 6h 34m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 6h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 37m • Direct
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    train train 6h 37m • Direct
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    train train 6h 34m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 6h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 37m • Direct
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    train train 6h 37m • Direct
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    train train 6h 34m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 6h 55m • Direct
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    train train 6h 37m • Direct
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    train train 6h 36m • Direct
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    train train 6h 34m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 6h 58m • Direct
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    train train 6h 40m • Direct
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    train train 6h 27m • Direct
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    train train 6h 37m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 6h 35m • Direct
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    train train 6h 37m • Direct
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    train train 6h 37m • Direct
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    train train 6h 34m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Leith? 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.

Map of how to get from Bristol to Leith.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 431.6 mi
  • Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Leith, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £180–280 and the journey takes 6h 34m.

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