Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) train with Great Western Railway

Sun 15 Nov
+ Add return
Great Western Railway
South Western Railway
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
3,000+ travel companies
Great Western Railway
South Western Railway
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
3,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Nov
Cheapest price on 15 Nov
£25
Average ticket price on 15 Nov
£46
Fastest journey on 15 Nov
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 15 Nov
2 h 30 m
Trains on 15 Nov
22
Distance
171 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

To travel from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) you need to make at least one change.

  • Great Western RailwayW35353+South Western RailwayL79488
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayW35030+South Western RailwayL79478 · L80292
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayC05990+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
    1 change
  • Great Western RailwayC00811+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
    1 change
  • CrossCountryG00731+Great Western RailwayW35246+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
    2 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT)

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 1h 43m.

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 £4
Distance
171 km
Average train duration
2h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£30
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
1h 43m
First train
5:30
Last train
20:00
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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 £4

Frequently asked questions about your Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).

The cost of a train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £30, while the average price tends to be around £61.
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) covers a distance of 171 km and takes approximately 1h 43m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) is 171 km.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 5:30.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) departs at 20:00.
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).

Live departures

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Saturday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW34459+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
6:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h13
8:13 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34461+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
6:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h11
8:41 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayY41775 · W35164+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
6:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h13
8:47 London Waterloo (WAT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34463+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
7:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h11
9:11 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34465+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
7:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h16
9:46 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
CrossCountryG01059+Great Western RailwayW35168+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
7:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h17
9:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayC47807+South Western RailwayL79381
On time
9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h01
12:46 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC47807+South Western RailwayL79381
Delayed
9:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h00
12:46 12:46London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42639+South Western RailwayL79522_L79393
On time
10:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h06
13:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42639+South Western RailwayL79393
On time
10:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h06
13:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42640+South Western RailwayL79404
On time
11:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
14:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC47811+South Western RailwayL79415
On time
12:41 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h08
15:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC47812+South Western RailwayL79426
On time
13:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h06
16:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42151+South Western RailwayL80779
On time
15:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h01
18:01 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42151+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
15:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h13
17:13 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC42265+South Western RailwayL79442
On time
15:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h53
18:16 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34506+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
15:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h13
17:43 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayW34506+South Western RailwayL80788
On time
15:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h01
18:31 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
CrossCountryG01081+Great Western RailwayC42294+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo
On time
15:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h17
17:50 London Waterloo (WAT)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayC42641+South Western RailwayL79448
On time
15:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
18:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC47813+South Western RailwayL79460
On time
16:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h04
19:49 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC47814+South Western RailwayL79471
On time
17:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h19
21:04 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change
Great Western RailwayC47815+South Western RailwayL79477
On time
18:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h19
22:04 London Waterloo (WAT)
1 change

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Why should you book Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as South Western Railway offer trains services from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Waterloo (WAT) from £4. 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 Great Western Railway Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£30
Great Western Railway frequency
7 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

South Western Railway

About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average South Western Railway Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
£31
South Western Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Waterloo (WAT)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Yes, there is a night train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).

FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Waterloo (WAT)

Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in London
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

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.

More options for your journey from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Most popular trains to and from London Waterloo (WAT) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

HomeTrainsTrains in United KingdomBristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone