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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)
Showing times and prices for Dec 17
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
68
Distance
167 km
Cheap tickets
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 $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Fast trains
Of the 68 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for London Paddington (PAD) on Wed, Dec 17, 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
P2259510:50PM1h52
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:42AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$581One-way
0 transfers
P3022704:53AM1h36
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)06:29AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$581One-way
0 transfers
P2959905:23AM1h34
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)06:57AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$581One-way
0 transfers
P2967307:30PM1h38
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)09:08PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$581One-way
0 transfers
P2966806:30PM1h37
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)08:07PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$621One-way
0 transfers
P2258407:00AM1h29
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)08:29AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$1291One-way
0 transfers
P23028 · P2280903:38PM1h32
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)05:10PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$681One-way
1 transfer
P23028 · P22809 · P2280903:38PM1h32
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)05:10PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$1641One-way
2 transfers
P31494 · P22793 · P2279307:40AM1h32
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)09:12AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$1741One-way
2 transfers
P31494 · P2279307:40AM1h32
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)09:12AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
$2091One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
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€55 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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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, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 12:29 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P29610 | On time 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h34 | 9:34 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 C74901+P22794 | On time 8:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h43 | 9:44 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| P22586 | On time 8:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 10:06 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C75328+P22795 | On time 8:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h41 | 10:14 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
| P22587 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h45 | 10:45 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C74903+P22796 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 1h36 | 10:36 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Great Western Rail as well as South Western Railway and first_great_western offer trains services from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $6 (€4) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 1h 23m.
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
Bus from $6 (€4)
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 03:53 |
Last train 21:42 |
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
Bus from $6 (€4)
Train companies: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) trainsGreat Western Rail, South Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Paddington (PAD) from $6 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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 Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
$35 (€28)
Great Western Rail frequency
29 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
South Western Railway
About
South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.
Luggage & cancellation policy
South Western Railway frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
$148 (€118)
first_great_western frequency
25 a day
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.
Yes, a day trip from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington is feasible as the journey takes 1h 23m and covers 103 miles (167 km). Trains run 29 times per day.
Train ticket prices from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $36 (€29), while the average price is around $68 (€55).
The distance by train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) is 103 miles (167 km).
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the rolling hills and countryside as the train passes through areas such as Bath and Chippenham, before approaching the urban landscape of London.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) is by bus, with a cost of around $6 (€4).
The train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) takes 1h 23m and runs 29 per day.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 3:53 AM.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 9:42 PM.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD).
There is no high speed train available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD).
Yes, there is a direct train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD). This service operates 15 times per day, provided by Great Western Rail, first_great_western.
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Popular train stations from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)
Bristol
London
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to London.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- 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
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Paddington. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Paddington for your journey to London from Bristol.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 24/7
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- 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
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
Ticket Office
- 24/7
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near Platform 1.
Public transit options for London Paddington
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
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