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Royal Air Force Museum London
Major west London museum near Hayes focused on military aviation history. Excellent aircraft displays make it one of the area's top visits.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Hayes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 93 miles (151 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Hayes:
A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Hayes costing on average €33.
Other travel options to Hayes take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 54m.
The journey is about 9m faster (1h 47m by train vs 1h 56m by car) and roughly €5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€33 vs €39). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Bristol to Hayes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (151 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 93 miles (151 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 70 days |
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Major west London museum near Hayes focused on military aviation history. Excellent aircraft displays make it one of the area's top visits.
Small local history museum inside Barra Hall Park covering Hayes and Hillingdon's past. A useful introduction to the town's heritage.
National museum of domestic design and architecture in nearby Osterley. Strong collections and exhibitions reward visitors interested in interiors.
Large local park with sports facilities, trees, and open lawns. Popular for walks and a good place to experience everyday Hayes life.
Revived canal-side zone with paths, moorings, and waterside views. Great for a quieter walk that reveals Hayes's industrial past.
Main green space in neighbouring Southall with lakes, gardens, and meadows. A broad and attractive outdoor escape close to Hayes.
A full English breakfast with eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, mushrooms and toast. A beloved British staple served in cafés and pubs across the area.
Slow-roasted beef with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, gravy and vegetables. A classic Sunday pub meal strongly associated with English dining.
Battered white fish with chips, often served with mushy peas and tartare sauce. One of the most iconic everyday meals in England.
Popular Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and biryanis in a casual local setting.
Established pub near the Grand Union Canal known for British mains, grills and a relaxed waterside setting.
Well-known airport hotel restaurant and bar offering British and international dishes in a polished, comfortable atmosphere.
Hayes is moderate for Greater London: lodging and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local meals and transit are cheaper than central London.
Service may be included at restaurants; otherwise 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Hayes & Harlington -> London Paddington
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Hayes 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 Hayes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Hayes trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Hayes & Harlington station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Hayes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clifton Down: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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.
St Andrews Road is 9 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
St Andrews Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Andrews Road: Parking.
Available at St Andrews Road: Bike Parking.
Hayes & Harlington is 1 km from Hayes city centre. Public transport options include:
Hayes & Harlington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Hayes & Harlington.
Ticket office support is available at Hayes & Harlington. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hayes & Harlington: Parking, WC.
Available at Hayes & Harlington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hayes & Harlington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3,4 and 5, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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