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

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

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Sept

Cheapest price on 03 Sept

£43

Average ticket price on 03 Sept

£72

Fastest journey on 03 Sept

3 h

Average journey duration on 03 Sept

3 h 2 m

Trains on 03 Sept

30

Distance

202 km

Cheap tickets

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 £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.

Fast trains

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

  • Great Western RailwayG14939 · G15165+Greater AngliaP02916+Elizabeth lineC38397
    9:433h13
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    12:56Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £431One-way
    3 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14962+Elizabeth lineC38581+Greater AngliaP02924
    11:583h00
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    14:58Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £431One-way
    2 changes
  • Elizabeth lineC38425+Great Western RailwayW34848 · G15532+Greater AngliaP66118
    19:284h04
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    23:32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £431One-way
    3 changes
  • Greater AngliaP02912+Elizabeth lineC38546+Great Western RailwayG14974
    20:573h09
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    0:06Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £461One-way
    2 changes
  • Great Western RailwayG14958+Elizabeth lineC38422+Greater AngliaP66255
    9:583h01
    Stansted Airport (SSD)
    12:59Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    £461One-way
    2 changes

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 an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £38.

Distance: 202 km

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Coach
Driving

£38

Average Price

£24

Average Price

Cheapest

£52

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 50m

Average total duration

4h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 46m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is a coach with an average price of £24.

This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI):

A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) costing on average £38.

The fastest way to travel from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is by train with an average journey time of 2h 37m.

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

Coach takes on average 4h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (2h 37m by train vs 2h 46m by car) and roughly £14 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£38 vs £52). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Greater AngliaP67526+Elizabeth lineC38215+Great Western RailwayG14968
On time
16:54 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h06
20:00 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Greater AngliaP66482+Elizabeth lineC38236+Great Western RailwayG14944 · G15482
On time
17:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h16
20:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3 changes
Greater AngliaP67527+Elizabeth lineC37171+Great Western RailwayW34732
On time
17:27 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h10
20:37 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Greater AngliaP66493+Elizabeth lineC38274+Great Western RailwayW34646 · C48144
On time
17:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h13
20:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3 changes
Greater AngliaP67529+Elizabeth lineC38298+Great Western RailwayG14969
On time
17:58 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h05
21:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Greater AngliaP66057+Elizabeth lineC38317+Great Western RailwayW34648 · G15483
On time
18:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h19
21:30 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3 changes
Greater AngliaP02903+Elizabeth lineC38342+Great Western RailwayW34737
On time
18:27 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h09
21:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Greater AngliaP66095+Elizabeth lineC38383+Great Western RailwayG14970
On time
18:57 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h08
22:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Greater AngliaP66118+Elizabeth lineC38425+Great Western RailwayG14971
On time
19:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h10
22:38 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 changes
Thursday 3 September
Greater AngliaP66070 · P76451+Elizabeth lineC38420 · C372315:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)
4h07
10:02 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)4 changes
Greater AngliaP66070+Elizabeth lineC38377+Great Western RailwayG14934 · G154765:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h33
9:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66070+Elizabeth lineC38377+Great Western RailwayG149525:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h03
8:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66175+Great Western RailwayW34680+Elizabeth lineC372998:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h26
11:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66175+Great Western RailwayG14938 · G15477+Elizabeth lineC372998:09 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h18
11:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66187+Great Western RailwayW34617 · G15448+Elizabeth lineC371838:25 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h31
11:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66211+Great Western RailwayG14957+Elizabeth lineC383398:55 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h03
11:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66222+Great Western RailwayW34618 · G15478+Elizabeth lineC383569:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h17
12:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP02914+Great Western RailwayW34686+Elizabeth lineC383809:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h07
12:35 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP02916+Great Western RailwayG14939 · G15165+Elizabeth lineC383979:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h13
12:56 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66255+Great Western RailwayG14958+Elizabeth lineC384229:58 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h01
12:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66267+Great Western RailwayW35417+Elizabeth lineC38436+CrossCountryW2986610:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h10
13:21 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66278+Great Western RailwayG14959+Elizabeth lineC3846110:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h11
13:39 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66289+Great Western RailwayW34622 · G15449+Elizabeth lineC3847810:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h14
13:57 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66300+Great Western RailwayG14960+Elizabeth lineC3850510:58 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h05
14:03 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66314+Great Western RailwayW34624 · G15479+Elizabeth lineC3852011:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h16
14:27 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66329+Great Western RailwayG14961+Elizabeth lineC3854211:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h06
14:34 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP02924+Great Western RailwayG14962+Elizabeth lineC3858111:58 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h00
14:58 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66363+Great Western RailwayW35418 · G15480+Elizabeth lineC3820312:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h17
15:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66369+Elizabeth lineC38228+Great Western RailwayG1496312:28 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h08
15:36 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66375+Elizabeth lineC38243+Great Western RailwayW34629 · G1545012:43 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h16
15:59 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes
Greater AngliaP66381+Elizabeth lineC38264+Great Western RailwayG1496412:58 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h07
16:05 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 changes
Greater AngliaP66387+Great Western RailwayW34630 · G15481+Elizabeth lineC3828613:11 Stansted Airport (SSD)
3h17
16:28 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Great Western Railway as well as Stansted Express offer trains services from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
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Journey information

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

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Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 10:28. 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 £19
Distance
202 km
Average train duration
2h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Trains per day
11
Fastest train
3h 1m
First train
4:55
Last train
10:28
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
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 £19

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Stansted Express from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Railway, Stansted Express trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from £19. 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
3h 1m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£26
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 Stansted Express Duration
2h 43m
Cheapest Stansted Express Price
£136
Stansted Express frequency
25 a day

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Stansted Express from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Railway, Stansted Express trains will get you between Stansted Airport (SSD) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from £19. 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
3h 1m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£26
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 Stansted Express Duration
2h 43m
Cheapest Stansted Express Price
£136
Stansted Express frequency
25 a day

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is 202 km.
The first train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 4:55.
The last train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) departs at 10:28.
Trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run approximately 11 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
To get from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
The cheapest way to get from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is by coach, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and historic towns, particularly as you pass through areas like the Cotswolds.
A day trip from Stansted Airport to Bristol Temple Meads is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 1m. Trains run 9 times per day, covering a distance of 202 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

popular train stations

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

Most Stansted Airport (SSD) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains use the London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Airport (SSD) 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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