The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£43
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£100
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
2 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
2 h 55 m
Trains on 13 Oct
11
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
To travel from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least one change.
G14903+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
C8285012:002h55Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£431One-way2 changes
W34490+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
G7737212:303h00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)£431One-way2 changes
G14898+
Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+
G262958:302h55Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£671One-way2 changes
G14903 · G1510112:002h55Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£951One-way1 change
W34490 · G1510212:302h55Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£951One-way1 change
G66721+
W35169 · G150938:012h54Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1671One-way2 changes
G14898 · G150948:302h55Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1241One-way1 change
G14897 · G150938:002h55Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1411One-way1 change
G14903 · G1510112:002h55Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)14:55Gatwick Airport (GTW)£951One-way1 change
W34490 · G1510212:302h55Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)15:25Gatwick Airport (GTW)£951One-way1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 3:53 |
Last train 18:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Bristol to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G14897 · G15093 | 8:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
G66721+ W35169 · G15093 | 8:01 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h54 | 10:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
G14898 · G15094 | 8:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
G14898+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G26295 | 8:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 11:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
G01062+ G15041+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+ W45545 | 8:33 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h01 | 11:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
G14903 · G15101 | 12:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
G14903+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ C82850 | 12:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 14:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
W34490 · G15102 | 12:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 15:25 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
W34490+ Tube from London Paddington to London Victoria+ G77372 | 12:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h00 | 15:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
G01073+ G15046+ W45556+ Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 12:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h02 | 15:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
W34493 · G15103 | 13:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h55 | 15:55 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Bristol to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to London Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and London Gatwick Airport
Most Bristol to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and London Gatwick 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.
Getting to Montpelier from Bristol city centre
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier train station facilities and services
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Redland from Bristol city centre
Redland is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Redland train station facilities and services
Redland has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Redland.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Redland: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Redland: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Redland: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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