What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Sellafield?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Sellafield is to bus and train which costs £24 - £55 and takes 8h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Sellafield?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Sellafield is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Sellafield?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Sellafield via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Bristol to Sellafield?

The distance between Bristol and Sellafield is 284 miles. The road distance is 270.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Sellafield without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Sellafield without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 23m and costs £40 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Sellafield?

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Bristol to Sellafield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Sellafield train from?

Bristol to Sellafield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Sellafield?

The best way to get from Bristol to Sellafield is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 23m and costs £40 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 11h 18m.

Where does the Bristol to Sellafield train arrive?

Bristol to Sellafield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Sellafield?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Sellafield is 271 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Bristol to Sellafield.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Sellafield?

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Where can I stay near Sellafield?

There are 456+ hotels available in Sellafield.

Bristol to Sellafield - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Bristol to Sellafield by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Sellafield
7h 23m
£44–193
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeUk071
2. Take the train from Bolton to SellafieldManchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
8h 42m
£25–52
Drive 269.1 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Sellafield269.1 mi
4h 37m
£68–98
Fly to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
7h 9m
£56–151
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barrow-in-Furness
3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Sellafield
7h 36m
£46–179
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Station590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
11h 18m
£40–76
Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
6h 54m
£52–187
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
7h 25m
£65–172

Bristol to Sellafield by train

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Distance: 281.9 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Sellafield via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 7h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sellafield via Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Penrith Rail Station, Workington, and Workington in around 11h 18m.

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