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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 5 trains that leave Gatwick Airport (GTW) for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and ferry for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 ferry which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 171 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry |
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£69 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h47 | 14:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 22 February | |||||
| 05:09 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 6h38 | 11:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:48 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h55 | 09:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:50 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h30 | 09:20 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:20 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h23 | 09:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3h06 | 13:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
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Trains from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:22, the last at 13:13. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 03:22 |
Last train 13:13 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Rail, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern trains will get you between Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gatwick Airport (GTW) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Gatwick Airport (GTW) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- 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
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- 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
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- 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
- Located near the main entrance.
- 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
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