Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Showing times and prices for 25 May

Cheapest price

£50

Average price

£87

Fastest journey

2 h 54 m

Average duration

2 h 55 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

171 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.

Fast trains

To travel from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western RailwayG14905+Gatwick ExpressX48864+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria
    14:303h00
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    17:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £501One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14907+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressX48742
    15:303h00
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    18:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £501One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG15003+South Western RailwayQ96359 · Q77950+SouthernX50283
    8:213h47
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:08Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £751One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14905 · G15106
    14:302h55
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    17:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £951One-way
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayG14906 · G15107
    15:002h55
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    17:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)
    £951One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £27.

Distance: 171 km

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Coach

£73

Average Price

£16

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3h 43m

Average total duration

3h 13m

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Additional time*

3h 38m

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3h 8m

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Live departures

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
CrossCountryG00734+Great Western RailwayC00139 · C33142
Delayed
19:00 19:31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h16
22:47 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 changes
CrossCountryG66550+Great Western RailwayW35446+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+SouthernG8818320:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h22
23:54 Gatwick Airport (GTW)3 changes
Great Western RailwayC01235+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+SouthernC82330
On time
21:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h22
0:22 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayC01235 · C33143
On time
21:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h41
0:41 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC00843+ThameslinkX9113622:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
4h01
2:29 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14897 · G150938:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
CrossCountryG66721+Great Western RailwayW35166 · G15093
On time
8:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h54
10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2 changes
South Western RailwayQ96359 · Q77950+Great Western RailwayG15003+SouthernX502838:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h47
12:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14898+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+SouthernX503428:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h08
11:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34472 · G150959:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
11:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayG15062 · W35223+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+SouthernX498869:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h11
12:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34498 · G1510514:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
16:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14905 · G1510614:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
17:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14905+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressX4886414:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h00
17:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14906 · G1510715:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
17:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change
Great Western RailwayG14907+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Victoria+Gatwick ExpressX4874215:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h00
18:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14908 · G1510916:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
18:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)

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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 17:22. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance
171 km
Average train duration
3h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
10
Fastest train
2h 45m
First train
3:53
Last train
17:22
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£27
Great Western Railway frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest Price
£118
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £73.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) covers a distance of 171 km and takes approximately 2h 45m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is 171 km.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) leaves at 3:53.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) departs at 17:22.
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
To get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to Gatwick Airport offers varied scenery, including views of the rolling countryside, picturesque villages, and the occasional glimpse of historical architecture along the route.
A day trip from Bristol Temple Meads to Gatwick Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 45m. However, there are 9 train services available per day. The distance of the journey is 171 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Gatwick Airport (GTW).

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Gatwick Airport (GTW)

Bristol
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • Pumpkin Café
  • Hart's Bakery
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
  • Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
  • Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
  • Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House

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