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Chester to Bristol Temple Meads train prices and times
Planning a journey from Chester to Bristol Temple Meads? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £16.60, with average prices for this route around £17.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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04:12 Chester | 08:16 Bristol Temple Meads | 4h 4m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
04:12 Chester | 08:39 Bristol Temple Meads | 4h 27m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:26 Chester | 09:19 Bristol Temple Meads | 3h 53m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:26 Chester | 09:30 Bristol Temple Meads | 4h 4m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:37 Chester | 09:06 Bristol Temple Meads | 3h 29m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:56 Chester | 09:30 Paris | 3h 34m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Chester to Bristol Temple Meads train route details

First train
04:12

Last train
21:34

Journey time
3h 11m

Distance
122 miles

Price
£16.60*
How to book cheap train tickets from Chester to Bristol Temple Meads

Travelling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Chester to Bristol Temple Meads during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Chester to Bristol Temple Meads, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Chester to Bristol Temple Meads ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Chester to Bristol Temple Meads more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Chester to Bristol Temple Meads train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.