Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£49

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£50

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

3 h 13 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

3 h 28 m

Trains on 20 Sept

4

Distance

158 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.

Fast trains

On Sun 20 Sept, we found 4 trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), including 4 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Great Western Railway
    8:003h36
    Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
    11:36Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £491One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    6:563h26
    Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
    10:22Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £491One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    9:163h13
    Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
    12:29Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £501One-way
    0 changes
  • Great Western Railway
    9:233h37
    Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
    13:00Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £501One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a train costs an average of £82.

Distance: 158 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£82

Average Price

£46

Average Price

Cheapest

£41

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 58m

Average total duration

3h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 21m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is a coach with an average price of £46.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI):

A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) costing on average £82.

The fastest way to travel from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 2m sooner (2h 19m by train vs 2h 21m by car). Tickets start at around £82 compared to roughly £41 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times

The table below shows live departures for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW34625 · C42690+Elizabeth lineC38381+ThameslinkC02580
Delayed
11:48 11:32Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
2h56
14:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3 changes
Great Western RailwayC42191+ThameslinkC02676+Elizabeth lineC38403
Delayed
12:05 11:45Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
2h52
14:37 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Great Western RailwayC42192+ThameslinkC02637+Elizabeth lineC38443
Delayed
12:30 12:15Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
2h45
15:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Sunday 20 September
Great Western Railway6:56 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
3h26
10:22 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway8:00 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
3h36
11:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway9:16 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
3h13
12:29 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect
Great Western Railway9:23 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
3h37
13:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

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Trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 11:16. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 2h 5m.

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 £20
Distance
158 km
Average train duration
2h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
20
Fastest train
2h 5m
First train
7:46
Last train
11:16
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
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 £20

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from £20. 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 Great Western Railway Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£26
Great Western Railway frequency
20 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

FAQs: Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £82.
The train journey from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) covers a distance of 158 km and takes approximately 2h 5m. Trains run 20 per day.
The train distance from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is 158 km.
The first train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 7:46.
The last train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) departs at 11:16.
Trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run approximately 20 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
To get from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
The cheapest way to get from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is by coach, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway to Bristol Temple Meads offers varied scenery, including views of the rolling English countryside, charming villages, and historical landmarks. Though not renowned for dramatic landscapes, the route provides passengers with a pleasant and authentic glimpse of Southern England.
A day trip from Luton Airport Parkway to Bristol Temple Meads is not feasible due to a travel duration of 2h 5m. However, trains run frequently with 10 trips per day over a distance of 158 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Most Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains use the Luton to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton
Arrival train stations in Bristol
Luton Airport ParkwayLuton Airport Parkway station, Parkway Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3JWWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre

Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainCorby - London St Pancras International, Sheffield - London St Pancras International, Nottingham - London St Pancras International, Kettering - London St Pancras International, Wellingborough - London St Pancras International, East Midlands Parkway - London St Pancras International · 2m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
BusX4, X1, X2, Z, A, X3 · 5m · £4 · every ~41 min
612, X10 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
44, 45, 366 · 6m · £2 · every ~2 min
101, 100 · 10m · £4 · every ~7 min

Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services

Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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