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Outbound fromAberdeen to Bristol Temple Meads by train
It takes an average of 9h 42m to travel from Aberdeen to Bristol Temple Meads by train, over a distance of around 394 miles (634 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Aberdeen to Bristol Temple Meads and tickets for this journey start from £57.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 08:20 | |
| Departure station | Aberdeen | |
| Arrival station | Bristol Temple Meads | |
| Journey time | From 9h 11m | |
| Distance | 394 miles (634 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £57.30 | |
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Travelling from Aberdeen to Bristol by train
From Aberdeen, there's no direct train to Bristol Temple Meads, as a change is required at Edinburgh Waverley. From there, you can board a train to Bristol.
CrossCountry trains all come with a First Class option. There's a buffet car on most trains, if not, then there will be a buffet cart providing at-seat service. Most CrossCountry trains on this route feature a Quiet Coach and there's free WiFi if you travel in First Class (WiFi can be purchased for a small fee if you're seated in Standard).
For more information visit our CrossCountry page.
Route information from Aberdeen to Bristol
Starting your journey at Aberdeen, you can look forward to some breathtaking views of Scotland´s East coast and Dundee before heading to Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city.
Once you change at Edinburgh, the train takes you through the Lowlands of Scotland and provides scenic views of the English East coast, taking in the sights across Newcastle, York, Leeds, Sheffield, and the Peak District before heading to Birmingham. You'll then pass by the Cotswolds, the scenic villages of South-Central England that have strayed into the 21st-century from another era.
Things to do in Bristol
Bristol is the city of bridges. For that reason, make sure you visit the Clifton Suspension Bridge, which spans the Avon Gorge and the River Avon. Another highlight of the city is the street art. After all, Bristol is Banksy´s hometown.
If you happen to be in the city in July, don´t miss the Bristol Shakespeare Festival, one of the most important literary festivals in Britain.
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Cheap train tickets from Aberdeen to Bristol Temple Meads
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Consider a Season Ticket
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