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Trip Overview

The average train between Scotland and Bristol takes 6h 42m and the fastest train takes 5h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Scotland 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.

6h 42m
Duration
383 mi
Distance
£162
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Warrington

best
  1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
  2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
6h 56m
£135–220

Scotland to Bristol train times

Trains run hourly between Scotland and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Warrington Bank Quay and take an average of 6h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country13h 27m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 4m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 58m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 3m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 4m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 58m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 3m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 4m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 58m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 3m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 4m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 58m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country6h 3m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 56m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Scotland 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 Scotland to Bristol.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 382.6 mi
  • Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Scotland and Bristol, England?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Bristol Temple Meads via Warrington Bank Quay and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 56m.

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