Bristol to London Stansted Airport train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to London Stansted Airport

Showing times and prices for 27 Nov

Cheapest price

£64

Average price

£96

Fastest journey

3 h 24 m

Average duration

3 h 26 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

203 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol 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 to London Stansted Airport will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.

Fast trains

To travel from Bristol to London Stansted Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.

Great Western RailP08175+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81784
09:003h27
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:27Stansted Airport (SSD)
£641One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailP08176+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81796
09:303h27
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£641One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailP08174+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81772
08:303h27
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£671One-way
2 changes
Great Western RailP08173+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81750
08:003h27
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:27Stansted Airport (SSD)
£801One-way
2 changes
CrossCountryC23655+Great Western RailP08477+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Liverpool Street+Abellio Greater AngliaY81772
08:333h24
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
£1341One-way
3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol to London Stansted Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol 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 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £30.

Distance: 203 km

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Coach

£92

Average Price

£31

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Cheapest

3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 37m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 53m

Average total duration

4h 23m

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Live departures

Bristol to London Stansted Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to London Stansted Airport trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 02:40
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western07:30 Bristol
3h14
10:44 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
great_western07:33 Bristol
3h11
10:44 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
great_western09:00 Bristol
3h11
12:11 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
great_western09:30 Bristol
3h27
12:57 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect
great_western20:00 Bristol
3h13
23:13 London Stansted Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to London Stansted Airport

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Trains from Bristol to London Stansted Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 3h 10m.

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 £21
Distance
203 km
Average train duration
2h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£30
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
3h 10m
First train
07:00
Last train
20:00
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 £21

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country from Bristol to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country trains will get you between Bristol 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.

Great Western Rail

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 3m
Cheapest Price
£27
Great Western Rail 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

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 16m
Cheapest Price
£168
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bristol to London Stansted Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Bristol to London Stansted Airport is 203 km.
A day trip from Bristol to London Stansted Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 10m. However, there are 7 trains available per day for this route. The distance covered is 203 km.
The train journey from Bristol to London Stansted Airport primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, offering occasional glimpses of the English countryside, but is not typically noted for its scenic views.
The train journey from Bristol to London Stansted Airport covers a distance of 203 km and takes approximately 3h 10m. Trains run 7 per day.
Booking trains from Bristol to London Stansted Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bristol and London Stansted Airport. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Cross Country.
The first train from Bristol to London Stansted Airport leaves at 7:00.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to London Stansted Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £30, while the average price tends to be around £92.
The last train from Bristol to London Stansted Airport departs at 20:00.
To get from Bristol to London Stansted Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Trains from Bristol to London Stansted Airport run approximately 7 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to London Stansted Airport is by coach, costing approximately £21.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to London Stansted Airport.
There is no night train service from Bristol to London Stansted Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to London Stansted Airport.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and London Stansted Airport

Bristol
London
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 Station Step free access available to both platforms. Please note that access to the platforms is via steep ramps. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Station entrance.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Bedminster
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Bristol - bus stop outside ASDA East Street. Towards Weston super Mare, bus stop on Dalby Avenue by Artworks
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
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Located on both platforms
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Clifton Down
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Lawrence Hill
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops outside station on either side of Church Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: platform
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Montpelier
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Cheltenham Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Entrance to station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Parson Street
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Bristol - bus stop on Bedminster Down Road. Towards Weston super Mare, bus stop outside Halfords on West Street.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: platform
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Redland
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: South Road bus stop opposite station towards Bristol. Bus stop on Redland Grove towards Severn Beach
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: On single platform
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Sea Mills
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Weekends - Bus stop under roadbridge on Sea Mills Lane (300 yrds from station). Weekdays - Bus stops on either side of Shirehampton Road opposite the Co-op
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible taxis: No
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: station entrance and on platform
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Shirehampton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Laybys on A4 Portway by footbridge. Taxis from the station approach road
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station - step free access can be achieved to both platforms independent of the station however step free access does not exist between platforms. 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: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Stapleton Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Severn Beach - bus stop past the Black Swan public house. Towards Bristol - bus stop by Berwick Road
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 24 hours Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
11 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
Dining
  • Dexters
  • Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • £1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
  • Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
  • Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
  • Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
  • Parking: short-term and long-term options available
Public transport options for Bristol, Airport
  • Bus: Airport Flyer Express
  • Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services
Portway Park & RideAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Ashley Down

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