London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western RailwayG14954
    8:301h32
    London Paddington (PAD)
    10:02Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14956
    9:301h29
    London Paddington (PAD)
    10:59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14955
    9:001h36
    London Paddington (PAD)
    10:36Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14950
    6:281h37
    London Paddington (PAD)
    8:05Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £281One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14952
    7:291h29
    London Paddington (PAD)
    8:58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £281One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and ferry for London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

The cheapest option from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads is coach, with an average price of £10. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 167 km

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£46

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£22

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2h 58m

Average total duration

2h 28m

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Average total duration

2h 31m

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Live departures

London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW34663
On time
5:23 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
6:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149776:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
7:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149506:28 London Paddington (PAD)
1h37
8:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35060 · G150576:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h50
8:20 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG149517:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h36
8:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149527:29 London Paddington (PAD)
1h29
8:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149537:57 London Paddington (PAD)
1h38
9:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149548:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h32
10:02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15030 · G150618:32 London Paddington (PAD)
1h39
10:11 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG149559:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h36
10:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG149569:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h29
10:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW3468010:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
11:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1495710:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h28
11:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35067 · G1506510:32 London Paddington (PAD)
1h41
12:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3468611:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
12:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1495811:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h29
12:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1495912:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h39
13:39 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1496012:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h33
14:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35071 · G1506912:32 London Paddington (PAD)
1h43
14:15 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG1496113:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h34
14:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1496213:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h30
15:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1496314:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
15:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1496414:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
16:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35075 · G1507314:32 London Paddington (PAD)
1h41
16:13 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3470615:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
16:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1496515:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
17:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW3471216:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h34
17:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1496616:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
18:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG15032 · G1507716:33 London Paddington (PAD)
1h45
18:18 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3471917:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
18:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1496717:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h30
19:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW3472618:01 London Paddington (PAD)
1h34
19:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1496818:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h30
20:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35082 · G1508118:34 London Paddington (PAD)
1h42
20:16 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3473219:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h37
20:37 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1496919:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h33
21:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW3473720:00 London Paddington (PAD)
1h36
21:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1497020:30 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
22:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW35086 · G1508520:34 London Paddington (PAD)
1h38
22:12 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG1497121:02 London Paddington (PAD)
1h36
22:38 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayW34848 · G1553221:04 London Paddington (PAD)
2h28
23:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW35426+CrossCountryG0117021:16 London Paddington (PAD)
2h18
23:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayG1497222:03 London Paddington (PAD)
1h35
23:38 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG1497422:28 London Paddington (PAD)
1h38
0:06 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western RailwayG14947 · W3475222:49 London Paddington (PAD)
2h39
1:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 change
Great Western RailwayW3475223:32 London Paddington (PAD)
1h56
1:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect

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Great Western Railway as well as South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

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Typically, there are 29 trains per day from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads, including 14 direct trains, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 1h 27m.

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 £4
Distance
167 km
Average train duration
2h 28m
Lowest ticket price
£28
Trains per day
29
Direct trains
14
Fastest train
1h 27m
First train
4:23
Last train
23:33
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 £4

Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from £4. 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
1h 27m
Cheapest Price
£28
Great Western Railway frequency
29 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
South Western Railway frequency
6 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

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 28m
Cheapest Price
£107
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) 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.

FAQs
The train distance from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is 167 km.
The first train from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 4:23.
The last train from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) departs at 23:33.
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run approximately 29 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Yes, there is a direct train between London Paddington (PAD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI). The service operates 14 times per day, provided by Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
To get from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and ferry.
There is no night train service from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Booking trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads is known for its scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque English countryside, offering glimpses of rolling hills, quaint villages, and the historic architecture of Bath.
Yes, you can take the train from London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

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Important Stations and Airports in London Paddington (PAD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Most London Paddington (PAD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains use the London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare London Paddington (PAD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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
London PaddingtonPraed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Paddington from London city centre

TrainElizabeth · 7m · £2 · every ~21 min
BusN118, N18 · 21m · £4 · every ~6 min
36 · 31m · £21 · every ~29 min
N205 · 32m · £4 · every ~2 min
46 · 1h 22m · £2 · every ~19 min
SubwayBakerloo · 12m · £4 · every ~65 min

London Paddington train station facilities and services

London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.

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