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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol
Showing times and prices for 27 Nov
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
6
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 £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Fast trains
To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol you need to make at least 2 changes.
Y30544+
Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+
P0827709:102h48
Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£501One-way
2 changes
Y30539+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P0827608:402h55
Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£641One-way
2 changes
P08608 · P08240 · P0963809:002h56
Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:56Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£951One-way
2 changes
P08608 · P0827709:002h58
Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£951One-way
1 change
Y36997+
P06921+P08239 · P0981008:362h50
Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:26Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£1341One-way
3 changes
Y36841+P06782+P0827508:162h42
Gatwick Airport (GTW)10:58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£1341One-way
2 changes
Y30544+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P0827709:102h48
Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£501One-way
2 changes
Y36997+P06921+P08239 · P0981008:362h50
Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:26Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£1341One-way
3 changes
Y30539+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P0827608:402h55
Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£641One-way
2 changes
P08608 · P08240 · P0963809:002h56
Gatwick Airport (GTW)11:56Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
£951One-way
2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £13. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 171 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Ferry |
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£79 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Bristol train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Bristol trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 02:44
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y36841+P06782+P08275 | On time 08:16 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h42 | 10:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| Y36997+P06921+P08239 · P09810 | On time 08:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h50 | 11:26 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
| Y30539+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P08276 | On time 08:40 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h55 | 11:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| P08608 · P08240 · P09638 | On time 09:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h56 | 11:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
| P08608 · P08277 | On time 09:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h58 | 11:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
| Y30544+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+P08277 | On time 09:10 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2h48 | 11:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 21:06. 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 £13
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 06:32 |
Last train 21:06 |
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 £13
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, Thameslink, first_great_western, Southern from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, Thameslink, first_great_western, Southern trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Bristol from £13. 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
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
£29
Great Western Rail frequency
6 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
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
£78
South Western Railway frequency
2 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
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
£125
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
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
£123
first_great_western frequency
14 a day
Southern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Price
£124
Southern frequency
1 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.
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.
To get from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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.
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.
A day trip from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 42m. Trains run 7 times per day.
The cost of a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £79.
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.
The train distance from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol is 171 km.
The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol is by coach, costing approximately £13.
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 first train from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol leaves at 6:32.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.
Yes, you can take the train from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol departs at 21:06.
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.
There is no night train service from London Gatwick Airport to Bristol.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Bristol
London
Bristol
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
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
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
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
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
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
- 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
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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
ParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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
ParkingLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
6 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
ParkingLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
9 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for St Andrews Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of St Andrew Road
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
ShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
11 kmWifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
- Dexters
- Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
- Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £1
Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
- Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
- Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
- Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main terminal
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 & Ride
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAshley Down
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