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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$68
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$98
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 15 m
Trains on Sep 20
29
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
It's difficult to get from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) without transferring at least 2 times.
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P663749:00 AM3h23Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$681One-way2 transfers- C32966+C38112+P664972:34 PM3h03Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)5:37 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$681One-way2 transfers
- C01232+P66398+C3777210:00 AM3h23Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$681One-way2 transfers
- C32967+C36859+P660833:00 PM3h23Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)6:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$681One-way2 transfers
- C00669+C37996+P663257:45 AM3h25Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:10 AMStansted Airport (SSD)$681One-way2 transfers
- C32966+C38112+P664972:34 PM3h03Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)5:37 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$681One-way2 transfers
- W34504+C37887+P661384:30 PM3h07Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:37 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$681One-way2 transfers
- C50038+P66380+C36844+
G010669:15 AM3h22Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:37 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$1361One-way3 transfers - C05988+P66434+C3745311:33 AM3h22Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2:55 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$681One-way2 transfers
- C01231+C37687+P663749:00 AM3h23Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:23 PMStansted Airport (SSD)$681One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, while a train costs an average of $101.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $57 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD):
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) costing on average $101 (€83).
Other travel options to Stansted Airport (SSD) take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 19m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (2h 40m by train vs 2h 41m by car). Tickets start at around $101 (€83) compared to roughly $70 (€57) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W34457+P66206+C37957 | On time 5:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h07 | 8:37 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W34459+P66228+C37988 | On time 6:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h07 | 9:07 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W34461+P66250+C38020 | On time 6:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h07 | 9:37 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| Y41775 · W35164+P66262+C37619 | On time 6:34 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h21 | 9:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W34463+P66273+C38060 | On time 7:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h09 | 10:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W34465+P66309+C37711 | On time 7:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h25 | 10:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| G01059+W35168+P66309+C38103 | On time 7:33 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h22 | 10:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| W34468+P66324+C38131 | On time 8:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h10 | 11:10 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W34470+P66355+C38165 | On time 8:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h13 | 11:43 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| C42462 · W35172+P66361+C38173 | On time 8:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 11:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
| C42158+P66373+C37414 | On time 9:18 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h06 | 12:24 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| W34475+P66379+C37433 | On time 9:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h13 | 12:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 2 transfers | |
| Y41787 · C42289+P66385+C37875 | On time 9:38 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h17 | 12:55 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 14:30. The fastest train covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 3:53 AM |
Last train 2:30 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Most Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Stansted Airport (SSD) 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.
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