The average train between Welshpool and Bristol takes 3h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Welshpool 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 Welshpool and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Bristol at 10:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 3h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Welshpool 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 Welshpool to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Bristol station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.
Welshpool to Bristol train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Welshpool to Bristol train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Welshpool to Bristol train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Welshpool and Bristol is 139.2 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Welshpool to Bristol Temple Meads via Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 28m.