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Spelthorne Museum
Local museum displaying the history of Spelthorne, from archaeology to modern life. A useful introduction to the area's people, industry and river heritage.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Staines-upon-Thames among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 145 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£80 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Staines-upon-Thames:
A coach is £67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Staines-upon-Thames costing on average £80.
Other travel options to Staines-upon-Thames take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 18m.
Tickets start at around £80 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-52.37. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Staines-upon-Thames trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 Bristol | 2h28 | 10:58 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bristol to Staines-upon-Thames run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 22:53 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Staines-upon-Thames — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Staines-upon-Thames trip today.
Local museum displaying the history of Spelthorne, from archaeology to modern life. A useful introduction to the area's people, industry and river heritage.
Historic house museum with displays on local history and a notable room dedicated to John Keats. Worth a short trip for literary and heritage interest.
Art gallery and museum in nearby Windsor Castle, showing paintings, drawings and changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection.
Popular riverside park and promenade by the Thames, ideal for walking, sitting by the water and watching boats near the heart of town.
Riverside route with broad Thames views, moorings and open green space. Especially pleasant for an easy stroll or sunset photographs.
Main shopping street through the centre, useful for experiencing the town's everyday character, historic churchyard and quick access to the river.
A comforting suet pastry filled with beef and kidney, long linked with Thames-side pubs and classic English cookery in the South East.
Cold roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and gravy. A traditional Sunday meal widely eaten in Surrey and the Thames Valley.
Battered white fish with chipped potatoes, a staple takeaway and pub meal across riverside towns like Staines-upon-Thames.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a long-standing reputation for curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service.
Popular riverside pub with British classics, drinks and a relaxed setting by the Thames. Good for roasts and casual meals.
Historic pub and dining room serving hearty British dishes and ales in a traditional atmosphere near the town centre.
Moderate for South East England: hotels and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but usually cheaper than central London. Rail fares can add up for day trips.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is welcome.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Staines-upon-Thames 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 Staines-upon-Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Staines-upon-Thames trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Staines station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Staines-upon-Thames train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Staines has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Staines.
Wi-Fi is available at Staines. ATMs are available at Staines.
Ticket office support is available at Staines. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Staines: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Staines: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Staines: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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