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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Bristol takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston 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.

3h 53m
Duration
204 mi
Distance
£91
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Bristol train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country15h 30m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 14m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 13m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 17m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 16m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 16m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston 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.

Map of how to get from Preston to Bristol.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 203.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Bristol, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Bristol Temple Meads via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 22m.

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