The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
To travel from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) you need to make at least one change.
W34680+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington9:242h11London Waterloo (WAT)11:35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£311One-way1 change
L79473+
G15384 · GW12310021:203h51London Waterloo (WAT)1:11Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£321One-way2 changes
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G152209:502h59London Waterloo (WAT)12:49Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£351One-way1 change
L79372+
G1552412:203h08London Waterloo (WAT)15:28Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£351One-way1 change
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G1552918:233h10London Waterloo (WAT)21:33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£351One-way1 change
G14956+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington8:542h05London Waterloo (WAT)10:59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£711One-way1 change
G14969+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington18:542h09London Waterloo (WAT)21:03Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£531One-way1 change
W34680+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington9:242h11London Waterloo (WAT)11:35Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£311One-way1 change
G14955+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington8:242h12London Waterloo (WAT)10:36Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1581One-way1 change
G14936 · G15488+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington8:122h15London Waterloo (WAT)10:27Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)£1581One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 171 km
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Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L84511+ Y15527 · C33320 · W34677 | On time 6:44 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h59 | 10:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
L84511+ Y15527+ C37202+ W34677 | On time 6:44 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h59 | 10:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 changes | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C33025 | 7:18 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h14 | 9:32 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C01222 · C00797 | On time 7:23 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h57 | 10:20 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
L80604 · L84531+ Y15537 · W34871 | On time 7:27 London Waterloo (WAT) | 4h01 | 11:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 5 changes | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C50048 · C47830 | 7:52 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h30 | 10:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
L79328+ W34984 | On time 8:15 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h32 | 11:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ W34677 | 8:19 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h24 | 10:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C01228 · W34682 | 8:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h42 | 11:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C01228 · C48923 | 8:54 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h34 | 11:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
L79341+ W34990 | 9:15 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h31 | 12:46 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C33026 | 9:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h13 | 12:02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C01227 · C48138 | 10:04 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h25 | 12:29 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 changes | |
L79351+ C33095 | 10:15 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h32 | 13:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ W34690 | 10:49 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h16 | 13:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79362+ W35001 | 11:15 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h30 | 14:45 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79374+ C33097 | 12:15 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h32 | 15:47 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79386+ C33098 | 13:15 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h24 | 16:39 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79397+ W35023 | 14:15 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h28 | 17:43 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79408+ W35029 | 15:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h16 | 18:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79419+ C33099 | 16:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 3h22 | 19:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79434+ W35043 | 17:45 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h55 | 20:40 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79440+ Y15398 | 18:20 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h58 | 21:18 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79446+ W35049 | 18:45 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h57 | 21:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79458+ W35053 | 19:45 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h57 | 22:42 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79458+ W35053 | 19:45 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h56 | 22:41 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
L79469+ W35055 | 20:45 London Waterloo (WAT) | 2h53 | 23:38 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 21:52. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 4:47 |
Last train 21:52 |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway from London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) 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.
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FAQs: London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) 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 London Waterloo (WAT) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Most London Waterloo (WAT) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains use the London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare London Waterloo (WAT) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
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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