Bristol is a thriving city in the south-west of England, bordering Somerset and Gloucestershire. Its mild climate, ancient monuments and proximity to South Wales, have made it a popular destination for tourists. Many of these visitors arrive via the two main train stations, Bristol Temple Meads in the centre of the city and Bristol Parkway, slightly further north. Within the city, First West of England provides the bus network, and a light rail system is also in operation.

Which is the main train station in Bristol?

With its thirteen platforms and eight tracks, Bristol Temple Meads at Redcliffe is the city’s main train station. Passenger facilities include ATMs, catering outlets and toilets.

Which train companies offer trains to Bristol?

Great Western railroad operates the majority of train services into Temple Meads. A train leaves London Paddington for Temple Meads about every half hour, a journey of around two and a half hours. CrossCountry and South Western railroad also provide services, while Great Western railroad and CrossCountry runs trains to Bristol Parkway station.

Why travel by train to Bristol?

Bristol is situated in the heart of England’s west country, and train passengers from every part of the country will see vistas of beautiful landscape, all along the way. Otherwise, the train traveler can relax while on the journey, avail of catering services, read or just enjoy a quiet nap. At the end of the journey, there is no need to find and pay for parking space.

Before you travel to Bristol by train - good to know!

First-time visitors to Bristol are always surprised and delighted to hear the mellifluous West Country accent of the city’s natives. This mode of speech goes hand-in-hand with the gentle pace of life in the district. Several of the city’s buildings reflect its sea-faring origins and one, unmissable spot is the Llandoger Trow, a seventeenth-century former public house on King Street. Tradition has it that its black-and-white timbered facade featured as the Admiral Benbow Inn for Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel Treasure Island. In addition to its urban delights, Bristol is the starting point of many West Country tours, for instance, to the nearby architectural wonders of Bath, just 6 miles away. And 6 miles along the coast in the opposite direction is the seaside town of Weston-Super-Mare, well worth visiting.

Train providers: Great Western Rail, South Western Railway and CrossCountry to Bristol trains

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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.

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.

Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.

Train stations in Bristol

Bristol

The major train station for arrivals in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your journey to Bristol.

Bristol Temple Meads Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Station Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 06:45 - 21:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Shopping

Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

The Pasty Shop
Starbucks
Upper Crust
Pumpkin Café
Hart's Bakery

Taxis

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

Accessibility

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

Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 06:45 - 21:30

Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads

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

Bristol, Airport Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Shower

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Lulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 371 334 4444

Ticket Office Hours

24 hours Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

11 km

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.

Dining

Dexters
Brunel Bar & Kitchen

Taxis

Outside the main terminal.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps.

Hotel

Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
Winford Manor Hotel

Shower

Cost £10

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main terminal

Public transit options for Bristol, Airport

Bus: Airport Flyer Express
Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services

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