The cheapest and fastest trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stansted Airport (SSD) for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 202 km
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3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:00 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h28 | 08:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:15 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h20 | 08:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:15 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h20 | 09:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:43 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h15 | 09:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:45 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h13 | 10:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 19:45 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Stansted Express from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Rail, Stansted Express trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- 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
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- 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
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- 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
- Located near the main entrance.
- 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
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