London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Showing times and prices for 21 Aug

Cheapest price

£50

Average price

£89

Fastest journey

3 h 3 m

Average duration

3 h 19 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

202 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport 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 London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.

Fast trains

To travel from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Elizabeth lineC38339+Great Western RailwayG14957+Greater AngliaP66211
    8:553h03
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    11:58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £501One-way
    2 changes
  • Elizabeth lineC37299+Great Western RailwayW34680+Greater AngliaP66175
    8:093h26
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    11:35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £621One-way
    2 changes
  • Elizabeth lineC38356+Great Western RailwayW34618 · G15478+Greater AngliaP66222
    9:113h17
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    12:28Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £1011One-way
    3 changes
  • Elizabeth lineC37183+Great Western RailwayW34617 · G15448+Greater AngliaP66187
    8:253h31
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    11:56Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £1011One-way
    3 changes
  • Elizabeth lineC37299+Great Western RailwayG14938 · G15477+Greater AngliaP66175
    8:093h18
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    11:27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £1331One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 202 km

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Coach

£38

Average Price

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

3h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 58m

Average total duration

4h 28m

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30m

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Live departures

London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Thursday 20 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW35426+Elizabeth lineC38483+CrossCountryG01170+Greater AngliaP66154
Delayed
20:48 20:11Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h23
23:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14972+Greater AngliaP66166+Elizabeth lineC38508
Delayed
21:03 20:28Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h10
23:38 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14974+Greater AngliaP02912+Elizabeth lineC38546
Delayed
21:28 20:57Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h09
0:06 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Friday 21 August
Greater AngliaP66175+Elizabeth lineC37299+Great Western RailwayW346808:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h26
11:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Great Western RailwayG14938 · G15477+Greater AngliaP66175+Elizabeth lineC372998:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h18
11:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66187+Elizabeth lineC37183+Great Western RailwayW34617 · G154488:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h31
11:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Great Western RailwayG14957+Elizabeth lineC38339+Greater AngliaP662118:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h03
11:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66222+Elizabeth lineC38356+Great Western RailwayW34618 · G154789:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h17
12:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) by train or coach

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Why should you book London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway as well as Stansted Express offer trains services from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

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 Stansted Express to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:57. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 3h 1m.

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 £18
Distance
202 km
Average train duration
2h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
3h 1m
First train
5:25
Last train
20:57
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
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 £18

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Stansted Express from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Railway, Stansted Express trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from £18. 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
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£26
Great Western Railway frequency
10 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

Stansted Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Price
£136
Stansted Express frequency
25 a day

FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport 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 cost of a train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £38.
The train journey from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) covers a distance of 202 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is 202 km.
The first train from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 5:25.
The last train from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) departs at 20:57.
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
To get from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
The cheapest way to get from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is by coach, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from London Stansted Airport 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 Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads, which includes a transfer at London Paddington, offers views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages, making it moderately scenic.
A day trip from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 1m. However, trains operate 12 times per day over a distance of 202 km.
Yes, you can take the train from London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

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Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Most London Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains use the London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport 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
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
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.

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