The average train between Bristol and Whaley Bridge takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Bristol to Whaley Bridge. 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 3 hours between Bristol and Whaley Bridge. 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 Whaley Bridge at 9:30 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Whaley Bridge station via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.
Bristol to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stockport station.
Book your Bristol to Whaley Bridge train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bristol and Whaley Bridge is 212.6 km. The road distance is 282 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Stockport every 3 hours. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 49m.