The average train between Nottingham and Bristol takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 48m. There is an hourly train service from Nottingham to Bristol. 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 Nottingham and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 9:36 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 51m • 1 change

3h 6m • 1 change

3h 1m • 1 change

2h 50m • 1 change

3h 7m • 1 change

2h 51m • 1 change

3h 8m • 1 change

2h 55m • 1 change

3h 7m • 1 change

2h 50m • 1 change

3h 1m • 1 change

2h 58m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Nottingham to Bristol? 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 Nottingham to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Bristol station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Nottingham to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Nottingham to Bristol train tickets online with Cross Country.
The distance between Nottingham and Bristol is 193.6 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Bristol Temple Meads via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 6m.