The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for London Stansted Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:233h31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:54London Stansted Airport£261One-way0 changes
8:003h23Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:23London Stansted Airport£321One-way0 changes
7:303h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:55London Stansted Airport£581One-way0 changes
8:303h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:55London Stansted Airport£601One-way0 changes
8:003h23Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:23London Stansted Airport£321One-way0 changes
8:303h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:55London Stansted Airport£601One-way0 changes
7:303h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:55London Stansted Airport£581One-way0 changes
5:233h31Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:54London Stansted Airport£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 202 km
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4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G14897+ P66323+ C37803 | On time 8:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h07 | 11:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G14898+ P66360+ C37422 | On time 8:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h25 | 11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
W34472+ P66372+ C37893 | On time 9:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h23 | 12:23 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G14899+ P66378+ C37926 | On time 9:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h07 | 12:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G14903+ P66438+ C37722 | On time 12:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h07 | 15:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
W34490+ P66450+ C38154 | On time 12:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h07 | 15:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
W34493+ P02931+ C38189 | On time 13:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h07 | 16:07 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G14904+ P66474+ C37851 | On time 13:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h07 | 16:37 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
W34498+ P66485+ C37895 | On time 14:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h10 | 17:10 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
G14905+ P66496+ C37952 | On time 14:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h10 | 17:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 13:33. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 13:33 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Stansted Airport from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Stansted Airport
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Stansted Airport trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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