The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$37
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$84
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h 29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
1 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 15
76
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 76 trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD), including 35 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.
G15019+
L79302 · L80277+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington5:22 PM3h38Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:00 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$371One-way3 transfers
G149095:29 PM1h39Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:08 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$421One-way0 transfers
W345135:00 PM1h39Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)6:39 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$451One-way0 transfers
G15224 · W351965:08 PM1h33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)6:41 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$451One-way1 transfer
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W351985:33 PM1h43Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:16 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$461One-way1 transfer
G148957:00 AM1h29Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:29 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1471One-way0 transfers
G15213 · W351677:40 AM1h32Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:12 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1471One-way1 transfer
G15224 · W351965:08 PM1h33Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)6:41 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)$451One-way1 transfer
W344565:23 AM1h34Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)6:57 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1471One-way0 transfers
G148978:00 AM1h34Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:34 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)$1471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, while a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD):
A bus is $13 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $29.
A bus is $54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) costing on average $69.
Other travel options to London Paddington (PAD) take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 46m.
Bus takes on average 2h 48m.
The journey is about 45m faster (1h 46m by train vs 2h 31m by car) and roughly $5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($69 vs $75). 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.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15230+ L79523_L79425+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 1:44 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h37 | 5:21 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
W34498 | On time 2:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 3:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15013+ L79431+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 2:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h30 | 5:52 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
G14905 | 2:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 4:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01080+ W35188 | On time 2:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 4:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15167+ L79524_L79435+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 2:42 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h43 | 6:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
G14906 | 3:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 4:37 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y41809 · G15049 | On time 3:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h04 | 5:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15074 · W35236 | On time 3:16 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h44 | 5:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15015+ L79441+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 3:23 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h32 | 6:55 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
G14907 | 3:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 5:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01082+ G15049 | On time 3:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h42 | 5:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14908 | 4:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 5:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15525 · W35194 | On time 4:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 5:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15017+ L79453+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 4:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h38 | 8:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
W34510 | On time 4:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 6:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01083+ W35435 | On time 4:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h42 | 6:15 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W34513 | On time 5:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 6:39 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15224 · W35196 | On time 5:08 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h33 | 6:41 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15078 · W35239 | On time 5:12 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h49 | 7:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15019+ L79302 · L84980_L80277+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 5:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h38 | 9:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 3 transfers | |
G14909 | 5:29 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 7:08 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00723+ W35198 | On time 5:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h43 | 7:16 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C48648+ L79470+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | On time 5:48 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h54 | 9:42 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
G14910 | 6:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 7:37 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34519 | 6:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 8:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00730+ G15050 | On time 6:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h42 | 8:14 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14911 | 7:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 8:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15082 · W35242 | On time 7:15 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h46 | 9:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W34523 | 7:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h38 | 9:08 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00735+ W35202 | On time 7:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 9:10 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14912 | On time 8:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 9:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00928+ W35437 | On time 8:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 10:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14913 | On time 9:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 10:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15086 · W35247 | On time 9:10 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h51 | 11:01 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14914 | On time 10:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h59 | 11:59 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
W35090 | 4:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 6:28 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34957+ L79330+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 5:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h49 | 8:50 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
W35157 | 5:10 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h26 | 7:36 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34456 | 5:23 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h34 | 6:57 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G14893 | 5:47 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 7:26 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34961 · G14894 | 5:52 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h17 | 8:09 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W34961+ L79336+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 5:52 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h27 | 9:19 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
Y41768 · W35161 | 6:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 7:44 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14894 | 6:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 8:09 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66987+ G15040 | 6:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h41 | 8:16 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14895 | 7:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h29 | 8:29 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34663 · W35166 | 7:07 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h44 | 8:51 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15001+ L79353+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 7:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h34 | 10:56 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
G14896 | 7:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 9:05 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15213 · W35167 | 7:40 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h32 | 9:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14897 | 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h34 | 9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66721+ W35169 | 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h43 | 9:44 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14898 | 8:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 10:06 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01062+ G15041 | 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h41 | 10:14 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W34472 | 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 10:45 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00854+ G15042 | 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 10:36 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15062 · W35223 | 9:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h51 | 10:59 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14899 | 9:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 11:07 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01064+ W35432 | 9:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h47 | 11:20 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15442+ L79380+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 9:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h40 | 1:25 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
W34477 | 10:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h34 | 11:34 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G14900 | 10:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h39 | 12:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00869_G01067+ W35178 | 10:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h38 | 12:11 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14901 | 11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 12:36 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15066 · W35227 | 11:18 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h42 | 1:00 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15008+ L79398+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 11:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h31 | 2:53 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
G14902 | 11:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h38 | 1:08 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01069+ G15045 | 11:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 1:10 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14903 | 12:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h34 | 1:34 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34490 | 12:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 2:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01073+ G15046 | 12:32 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h40 | 2:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W34493 | 1:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 2:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15220 · G15047 | 1:09 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h35 | 2:44 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15012+ L79420+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington | 1:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h30 | 4:52 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 2 transfers | |
G14904 | 1:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h37 | 3:07 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 but you can travel from only $5 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 3:53 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Paddington (PAD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
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