The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
9 m
Average duration
10 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) on Fri, May 08, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 13 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.
P338769:26 AM0h13Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:39 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$91One-way0 transfers
P2985310:10 AM0h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:19 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$91One-way0 transfers
P229828:56 AM0h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:05 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$91One-way0 transfers
P229839:57 AM0h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:06 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$91One-way0 transfers
P298448:14 AM0h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:23 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$91One-way0 transfers
P2985310:10 AM0h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:19 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$91One-way0 transfers
P229828:56 AM0h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:05 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$91One-way0 transfers
P229839:57 AM0h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:06 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$91One-way0 transfers
P298448:14 AM0h09Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:23 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$91One-way0 transfers
P338769:26 AM0h13Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:39 AMNailsea & Backwell (NLS)$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 12m faster (10m by train vs 22m by car) and roughly $7 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $16 (€13)). 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:52 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h13 | 8:05 AM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h09 | 10:19 AM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0h09 | 5:24 PM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 9m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 5:02 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 09:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Steep flight of steps to southbound platform, ramped access to northbound platform steeper than 1:12 gradient, no wheelchair access available to trains. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: access road
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop at end of Station Close
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