The average train between Bristol and Scotland takes 6h 53m and the fastest train takes 6h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Scotland. 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 Scotland. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Scotland at 9:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Scotland station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.
Bristol to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Scotland train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Glasgow Central station.
Book your Bristol to Scotland train tickets online with Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Bristol and Scotland is 600.9 km. The road distance is 616 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Glasgow Central via Stafford in around 6h 32m.