The average train between Shildon and Bristol takes 6h 5m and the fastest train takes 5h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Shildon 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 every 2 hours between Shildon and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shildon is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Bristol at 11:33 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Shildon to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Shildon station and arriving at Bristol station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.
Shildon to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Darlington station.
Shildon to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Shildon to Bristol train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Shildon and Bristol is 359.2 km. The road distance is 454 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Bristol Temple Meads every 2 hours. Tickets cost £150–210 and the journey takes 4h 26m.