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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol

Showing times and prices for 10 Jul

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£68

Fastest journey

2 h 42 m

Average duration

2 h 46 m

Trains per day

Distance

171 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.

Fast trains

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

W45435+G14956+C37160
8:162h43
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
10:59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£271One-way
2 changes
W45490+G14955+C37263
7:462h50
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
10:36Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£271One-way
2 changes
W45424+G14957+C38339
9:162h42
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
11:58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£271One-way
2 changes
W45478+W34680+C38283
8:462h49
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
11:35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£271One-way
2 changes
W34680+G77256+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington
8:402h55
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
11:35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£271One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and ferry for London Gatwick Airport to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 171 km

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Coach	Ferry
£56 Average Price	£18 Average Price Cheapest	£23 Average Price
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Bristol train times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Bristol trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
G14950+W32953+C38281	4:41 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h24	8:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
G15123 · G14951	5:11 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h25	8:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1 change
G14951+W45477+C38337	5:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h50	8:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
G15124 · G14952	5:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h59	8:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1 change
G15124 · G14954	5:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	4h03	10:02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1 change
G14952+C37328+W45420	6:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h52	8:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
G14953+W45541+C37343	6:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h59	9:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
G15125 · G14954	7:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h02	10:02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1 change
G14954+C37246+W45437	On time 7:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h46	10:02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
W45490+C37263+G14955	On time 7:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h50	10:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
G15126 · G14956	7:59 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h00	10:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1 change
G14956+G77253+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington	8:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h49	10:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
W45435+C37160+G14956	On time 8:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h43	10:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
G14957+W45403+Tube from London Bridge to Bond Street (Elizabeth line)+C37183	8:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h22	11:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	3 changes
G77256+W34680+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington	8:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h55	11:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
W45478+C38283+W34680	On time 8:46 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h49	11:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
G15127 · G14957	9:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h58	11:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1 change
W45424+C38339+G14957	On time 9:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h42	11:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes
G15128 · W34686	9:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h05	12:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	1 change
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+W34686+C82802	9:32 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	3h03	12:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2 changes

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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Bristol trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as South Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern and more offer trains services from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.
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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus, train and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.
Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and ferry to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol

United Kingdom

Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 42m.

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 £10

Distance

171 km

Average train duration

2h 45m

Cheapest ticket price

£26

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 42m

First train

5:11

Last train

21:01

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Sun

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £10

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR), Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Bristol from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

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

2h 42m

Cheapest Price

£26

Great Western Railway 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

Learn more about Great Western Railway

South Western Railway

About

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 39m

Cheapest Price

£37

South Western Railway frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead

Quiet zone

Learn more about South Western Railway

Thameslink

About

Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 16m

Cheapest Price

£120

Thameslink frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies depend on ticket type

Refund

Full refund available if service is canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating

Pets

Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

Learn more about Thameslink

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 58m

Cheapest Price

£116

Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency

14 a day

Southern

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

3h 20m

Cheapest Price

£138

Southern frequency

19 a day

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Bristol train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The cost of a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £56.

The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol covers a distance of 171 km and takes approximately 2h 42m. Trains run 7 per day.

The train distance from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol is 171 km.

The first train from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol leaves at 5:11.

The last train from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol departs at 21:01.

Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol run approximately 7 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.

Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.

To get from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and ferry.

There is no night train service from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol is by coach, costing approximately £10.

Booking trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol offers a pleasant and varied landscape, passing through picturesque countryside, charming villages, and green hills, which many travellers find scenic and enjoyable.

A day trip from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 42m. Trains run 7 times per day.

In Bristol, you can visit the Bristol Zoo Gardens for a family-friendly day exploring diverse animal exhibits. Take a boat tour along the River Avon to enjoy unique views of the city. Explore vibrant street art in the Stokes Croft area, or visit the Arnolfini for contemporary art exhibitions and performances. Relax with a walk or picnic in Brandon Hill Park, home to the historic Cabot Tower. Don't miss the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge for panoramic views, or explore the historic Bristol Cathedral with its stunning Gothic architecture. Discover the SS Great Britain museum, the diverse collections at the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, and the lively St Nicholas Market for food and crafts.

A stay of 2 to 3 days in Bristol is ideal to explore its diverse attractions, including the Clifton Suspension Bridge, SS Great Britain, and the vibrant street art scene.

Yes, you can take the train from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Bristol

Most London Gatwick Airport to Bristol trains use the London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare London Gatwick Airport and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London

Arrival train stations in Bristol

Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · £4 · every ~12 min

X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · £4 · every ~49 min

512 · 14m

9 · 15m · £4 · every ~22 min

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.

More about Bristol Temple Meads

Bristol, AirportLulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom+44 371 334 4444 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre

Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

BusFal · 19m · £10 · every ~4 min

A1 · 29m · £4 · every ~30 min

A1 · 32m · £4 · every ~30 min

A1 · 39m · £4 · every ~30 min

Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services

Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.