The average train between Bristol and Ruabon takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Ruabon. 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 every 4 hours between Bristol and Ruabon. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Ruabon at 7:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Ruabon. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Ruabon station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.
Bristol to Ruabon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Ruabon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Ruabon station.
Book your Bristol to Ruabon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Bristol and Ruabon is 173 km. The road distance is 234 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Ruabon via Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 47m.