The average train between Perth and Bristol takes 11h 20m and the fastest train takes 7h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Perth 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 5 times a day between Perth and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 7:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Perth is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Bristol at 1:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 11h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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16h 51m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Perth 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 Perth to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Perth station and arriving at Bristol station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.
Perth to Bristol train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.
Perth to Bristol train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Perth to Bristol train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Perth and Bristol is 552 km. The road distance is 701 km.
You can take a train from Perth to Bristol Temple Meads via Haymarket and Stafford in around 8h 57m.