Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western RailwayW34498+Elizabeth lineC37895+Greater AngliaP66485
    14:003h10
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    17:10Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £271One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34456+Elizabeth lineC37956+Greater AngliaP66205
    5:233h16
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    8:39Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £271One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34472+Greater AngliaP66372+Elizabeth lineC37893
    9:003h23
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    12:23Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £271One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayW34490+Elizabeth lineC38154+Greater AngliaP66450
    12:303h07
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    15:37Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £271One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14906+Elizabeth lineC38007+Greater AngliaP02902
    15:003h10
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    18:10Stansted Airport (SSD)
    £271One-way
    2 changes

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Compare coach and train for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

The cheapest option from Bristol Temple Meads to Stansted Airport is coach, with an average price of £26. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads to Stansted Airport among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 202 km

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£47

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£26

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3h 11m

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Fastest option

2h 41m

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5h 1m

Average total duration

4h 31m

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Live departures

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW34530+Greater AngliaP66498
On time
22:50 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
5h37
4:27 Stansted Airport (SSD)
1 change
Friday 3 July
Great Western RailwayW35090+Greater AngliaP66181+Elizabeth lineC374964:53 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h14
8:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34456+Greater AngliaP66205+Elizabeth lineC379565:23 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h16
8:39 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14893+Elizabeth lineC37994+Greater AngliaP029135:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h22
9:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayY41768 · W35160+Greater AngliaP02915+Elizabeth lineC376186:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h15
9:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
CrossCountryG008416:25 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
5h15
11:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14894+Greater AngliaP66249+Elizabeth lineC376666:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h09
9:39 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15040+CrossCountryG66987+Greater AngliaP66261+Elizabeth lineC380746:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h19
9:54 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14895+Elizabeth lineC37702+Greater AngliaP662727:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h09
10:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34663 · W35166+Elizabeth lineC38125+Greater AngliaP662837:07 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h16
10:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14896+Elizabeth lineC37761+Greater AngliaP662947:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
10:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15213 · W35167+Elizabeth lineC37770+Greater AngliaP663087:40 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h15
10:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14897+Elizabeth lineC37803+Greater AngliaP663238:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
11:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW35169+Greater AngliaP02921+CrossCountryG66721+Elizabeth lineC381868:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h22
11:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14898+Elizabeth lineC37841+Greater AngliaP029238:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
11:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15041+CrossCountryG01062+Elizabeth lineC37849+Greater AngliaP663608:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h22
11:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG15042+CrossCountryG00854+Elizabeth lineC37884+Greater AngliaP663669:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
12:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34472+Elizabeth lineC37893+Greater AngliaP663729:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h23
12:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14899+Greater AngliaP66378+Elizabeth lineC379269:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
12:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01064+Great Western RailwayW35432+Greater AngliaP66384+Elizabeth lineC379429:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h22
12:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34477+Elizabeth lineC37536+Greater AngliaP6639010:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
13:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14900+Greater AngliaP02927+Elizabeth lineC3760110:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h25
13:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG00869_G01067+Great Western RailwayW35178+Elizabeth lineC37601+Greater AngliaP0292710:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h22
13:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14901+Elizabeth lineC38047+Greater AngliaP6641411:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
14:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14902+Elizabeth lineC38084+Greater AngliaP6642611:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
14:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01069+Great Western RailwayG15045+Greater AngliaP66432+Elizabeth lineC3769511:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h22
14:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14903+Elizabeth lineC37722+Greater AngliaP6643812:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
15:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34490+Elizabeth lineC38154+Greater AngliaP6645012:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
15:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01073+Great Western RailwayG15046+Elizabeth lineC38161+Greater AngliaP0292912:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h23
15:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34493+Elizabeth lineC38189+Greater AngliaP0293113:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
16:07 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15220 · G15047+Greater AngliaP66468+Elizabeth lineC3819513:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h14
16:23 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14904+Greater AngliaP66474+Elizabeth lineC3785113:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
16:37 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayW34498+Greater AngliaP66485+Elizabeth lineC3789514:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h10
17:10 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15522 · W35187+Greater AngliaP66490+Elizabeth lineC3791114:09 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h19
17:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14905+Greater AngliaP66496+Elizabeth lineC3795214:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h10
17:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01080+Great Western RailwayW35188+Elizabeth lineC37952+Greater AngliaP6649614:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
17:40 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14906+Elizabeth lineC38007+Greater AngliaP0290215:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h10
18:10 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14907+Elizabeth lineC37671+Greater AngliaP6609015:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h12
18:42 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14908+Elizabeth lineC37741+Greater AngliaP6611216:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h10
19:10 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG15525 · W35194+Elizabeth lineC37766+Greater AngliaP6612416:08 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h20
19:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes
Great Western RailwayW34510+Elizabeth lineC37808+Greater AngliaP6613616:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h12
19:42 Stansted Airport (SSD)2 changes
CrossCountryG01083+Great Western RailwayW35435+Elizabeth lineC38197+Greater AngliaP6614816:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h26
19:59 Stansted Airport (SSD)3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD)

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Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Bristol Temple Meads to Stansted Airport, including direct trains, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 11:00. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 3h 2m.

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 £22
Distance
202 km
Average train duration
2h 41m
Lowest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
3h 2m
First train
3:53
Last train
11:00
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £22

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from £22. 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
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
£26
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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
£162
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
£132
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train

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

FAQs
The train distance from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is 202 km.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) leaves at 3:53.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) departs at 11:00.
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Stansted Airport (SSD). The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Cross Country.
To get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD).
Booking trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the English countryside, passing through areas like the Cotswolds, with its picturesque landscapes, before reaching more urban settings closer to London.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD).

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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Stansted Airport (SSD)

Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Stansted Airport (SSD) 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.

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