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Outbound fromCambridge to Bristol Parkway by train
It takes an average of 4h 12m to travel from Cambridge to Bristol Parkway by train, over a distance of around 124 miles (199 km). There are normally 34 trains per day travelling from Cambridge to Bristol Parkway and tickets for this journey start from £24 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:03 | |
| Departure station | Cambridge | |
| Arrival station | Bristol Parkway | |
| Journey time | From 3h 8m | |
| Distance | 124 miles (199 km) | |
| Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £24 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Thameslink |
Taking the train from Cambridge to Bristol Parkway in 3 hours 8 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Cambridge to Bristol Parkway? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 12 minutes to travel the 124 miles (199 km) from Cambridge to Bristol Parkway by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 34 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or Thameslink to Bristol Parkway. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Cambridge to Bristol Parkway in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £24.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bristol Parkway by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Bristol Parkway
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Cambridge to Bristol Parkway is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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