The average train between Bristol and Witham takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is an hourly train service from Bristol to Witham. 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 Witham. The earliest departure is at 4:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Witham at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Witham? 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 Witham. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Witham station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Bristol to Witham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Witham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Witham (Essex) station.
Book your Bristol to Witham train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Bristol and Witham is 226.7 km. The road distance is 258 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Witham (Essex) via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 47m.