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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 03
€51
Average ticket price on Sep 03
€132
Fastest journey on Sep 03
2 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 03
2 h 58 m
Trains on Sep 03
6
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport will cost around €132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least once.
W35090+
C37496+
W454684:53 AM2h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:44 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€511One-way2 transfers- W34961+
L79336 · L78756+
C828005:52 AM4h03Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)9:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€831One-way3 transfers - W35090 · G150894:53 AM3h01Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:54 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€1051One-way1 transfer
- G14893 · G150905:47 AM3h08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€1841One-way1 transfer
- W34456+W45427+
Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon5:23 AM2h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:14 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€1851One-way2 transfers
- W35090+C37496+W454684:53 AM2h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:44 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€511One-way2 transfers
- W34456+W45427+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon5:23 AM2h51Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:14 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€1851One-way2 transfers
- G14893+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon+G282685:47 AM2h57Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:44 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€1851One-way2 transfers
- W35090 · G150894:53 AM3h01Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)7:54 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€1051One-way1 transfer
- G14893 · G150905:47 AM3h08Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)8:55 AMGatwick Airport (GTW)€1841One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Bristol to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €57.
Distance: 106 miles (171 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€57 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price | €50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is €10 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport costing on average €27.
A bus is €40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport costing on average €57.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 10m.
Bus takes on average 3h 11m.
Tickets start at around €57 compared to roughly €50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-7.48. The journey takes 3h 10m versus 2h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bristol to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W35090 · G15089 | 4:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h01 | 7:54 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W35090+W45468+C37496 | 4:53 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 7:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| W34456+W45427+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 5:23 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h51 | 8:14 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G14893 · G15090 | 5:47 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3h08 | 8:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G14893+G28268+Tube from London Paddington to Farringdon | 5:47 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h57 | 8:44 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| W34961+L79336 · L78756+C82800 | 5:52 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h03 | 9:55 AM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (171 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 106 miles (171 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 3:53 AM |
Last train 6:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, South Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and London Gatwick Airport from €9. 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 to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to London Gatwick Airport
Most Bristol to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and London Gatwick Airport 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.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Getting to Clifton Down from Bristol city centre
Clifton Down train station facilities and services
Clifton Down has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clifton Down.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Clifton Down.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clifton Down: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Clifton Down: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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