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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 prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 145 km
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£56 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Staines-upon-Thames trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 7:30 Bristol | 2h28 | 9:58 Staines-upon-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 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 £46 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 22:53 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
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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.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: 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.
Lawrence Hill is 2 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Lawrence Hill has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lawrence Hill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lawrence Hill: Parking.
Available at Lawrence Hill: Bike Parking.
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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