Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 08

Cheapest price on Oct 08

€24

Average ticket price on Oct 08

€53

Fastest journey on Oct 08

2 h 12 m

Average journey duration on Oct 08

2 h 15 m

Trains on Oct 08

31

Distance

171 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT) will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) without transferring at least once.

  • South Western RailwayL79523_L79425+Great Western RailwayG15230
    1:44 PM2h58
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    4:42 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    €241One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayC48648+South Western RailwayL79470
    5:48 PM3h13
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    9:01 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    €261One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayG15008+South Western RailwayL79398
    11:22 AM2h55
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    2:17 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    €281One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayG15012+South Western RailwayL79420
    1:22 PM2h54
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    4:16 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    €281One-way
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayG15167+South Western RailwayL79524_L79435 · L79435
    2:42 PM3h07
    Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    5:49 PMLondon Waterloo (WAT)
    €281One-way
    2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT)

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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €34 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 12:30. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (171 km) distance in 1h 44m.

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 €4
Distance
106 miles (171 km)
Average train duration
2h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
€34
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
1h 44m
First train
3:53 AM
Last train
12:30 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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 €4

Live departures

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
South Western RailwayL79493+Great Western RailwayG15025
Delayed
9:25 PM 8:27 PMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h28
11:55 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
1 transfer
Thursday, October 8
Great Western RailwayW34957+South Western RailwayL793305:01 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h13
8:14 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34961+South Western RailwayL793365:52 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h51
8:43 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayY41768 · W35161+South Western RailwayL806156:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h59
9:07 AM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayY41768 · W35161+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo6:08 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h12
8:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG14894+South Western RailwayL806246:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
9:37 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14894+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo6:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h15
8:45 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15040+CrossCountryG66987+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo6:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h17
8:52 AM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15040+South Western RailwayL80624+CrossCountryG669876:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h02
9:37 AM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15001+South Western RailwayL793537:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h58
10:20 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15003+South Western RailwayL793648:21 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
11:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15441+South Western RailwayL793809:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h04
12:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC47808+South Western RailwayL79521_L7939210:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h04
1:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15008+South Western RailwayL7939811:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h55
2:17 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC47809+South Western RailwayL7940311:42 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
2:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15010+South Western RailwayL7940912:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h54
3:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC47810+South Western RailwayL7941412:42 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
3:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15012+South Western RailwayL794201:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h54
4:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15230+South Western RailwayL79523_L794251:44 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h58
4:42 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15013+South Western RailwayL794312:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h54
5:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15167+South Western RailwayL79524_L79435 · L794352:42 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h07
5:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15015+South Western RailwayL794413:23 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h56
6:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15017+South Western RailwayL794534:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h57
7:19 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayC48648+South Western RailwayL794705:48 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h13
9:01 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35025+South Western RailwayL794766:22 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h43
10:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayY41596 · G15443+South Western RailwayL794766:43 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h22
10:05 PM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG15022+South Western RailwayL794827:25 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h47
10:12 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34523+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo7:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h19
9:49 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35202+CrossCountryG00735+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo7:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h18
9:51 PM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayG14912+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo8:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h16
10:16 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG15025+South Western RailwayL794938:27 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3h28
11:55 PM London Waterloo (WAT)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW35437+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Waterloo+CrossCountryG009288:33 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2h17
10:50 PM London Waterloo (WAT)2 transfers

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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
1h 44m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
€34
Great Western Railway frequency
6 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
Average South Western Railway Duration
2h 38m
Cheapest South Western Railway Price
€39
South Western Railway frequency
1 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

FAQs: Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €34, while the average price is around €67.
The train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) takes 1h 44m and runs 9 per day.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 3:53 AM.
The distance by train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) is 106 miles (171 km).
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) leaves at 12:30 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).
There is no direct train service currently available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).
The train journey from Bristol Temple Meads to London Waterloo offers a mix of urban and countryside views, including the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes of the English countryside, providing a moderately scenic experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT).
Popular day trips by train from London Waterloo (WAT) include Woking, Guildford, Walton-on-Thames, Weybridge, Fleet.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT)

Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Heathrow Terminal 5 station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Waterloo (WAT) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bristol
Arrival train stations in London
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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