London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Showing times and prices for Aug 01

Cheapest price

$72

Average price

$99

Fastest journey

2 h 5 m

Average duration

2 h 11 m

Trains per day

19

Distance

147 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) without transferring at least once.

  • Heathrow ExpressW10827+Great Western RailwayC42187
    9:12 AM2h23
    Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    11:35 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    $721One-way
    1 transfer
  • Elizabeth lineC38096 · C37243+Great Western RailwayW34679
    8:55 AM2h05
    Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
    11:00 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    $801One-way
    2 transfers
  • Heathrow ExpressW10815+Elizabeth lineC37649 · C37232+Great Western RailwayW34676
    8:12 AM2h23
    Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    10:35 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    $801One-way
    3 transfers
  • Elizabeth lineC37649 · C37232+Great Western RailwayW34676
    8:21 AM2h14
    Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
    10:35 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    $801One-way
    2 transfers
  • Elizabeth lineC38096 · C37243+Great Western RailwayW34679
    8:50 AM2h10
    Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    11:00 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)
    $801One-way
    2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

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Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:55, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 2h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $14 (€12)
Distance
91 miles (147 km)
Average train duration
1h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
$39 (€32)
Trains per day
23
Fastest train
2h 2m
First train
6:55 AM
Last train
9:51 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $14 (€12)

Live departures

London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Heathrow ExpressW10826+Great Western RailwayW34680
On time
9:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h23
11:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10826+Great Western RailwayW34680
On time
9:17 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h18
11:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC38179 · C37160+Great Western RailwayW34680
On time
9:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h15
11:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC38179 · C37160+Great Western RailwayW34680
On time
9:25 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h10
11:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC37422+Great Western RailwayW34686
On time
10:00 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h35
12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10835+Great Western RailwayW34686
On time
10:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h33
12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10835+Great Western RailwayW35067 · G15065
On time
10:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h11
12:13 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC37422+Great Western RailwayW34686
On time
10:06 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h29
12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10838+Great Western RailwayW34686
On time
10:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h23
12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37443 · C37199+Great Western RailwayW34686
On time
10:15 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h20
12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC37443+Great Western RailwayG14958
On time
10:15 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h44
12:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10838+Great Western RailwayW34686
On time
10:17 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h18
12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37884 · C37199+Great Western RailwayW34686
On time
10:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h15
12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC37884+Great Western RailwayG14958
On time
10:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h39
12:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37443+Great Western RailwayG14958
On time
10:21 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h38
12:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37884 · C37199+Great Western RailwayW34686
On time
10:25 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h10
12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10841+Great Western RailwayG14984 · Y41809
On time
10:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
4h20
2:47 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10841+Great Western RailwayG14958
On time
10:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h32
12:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10841+Great Western RailwayW35417 · G14958
On time
10:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h32
12:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC37469+Great Western RailwayG14958
On time
10:30 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h29
12:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37489+Great Western RailwayG14959
On time
10:45 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h58
1:43 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37489 · C37213+Great Western RailwayG14958
On time
10:45 AM Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h14
12:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Saturday, August 1
Great Western RailwayC42281 · W35097+Heathrow ExpressW108128:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h28
10:30 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34676+Heathrow ExpressW108128:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h33
10:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34676+Elizabeth lineC376308:06 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h29
10:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34676+Elizabeth lineC37232 · C37649+Heathrow ExpressW108158:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h23
10:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34676+Heathrow ExpressW108158:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h23
10:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34615 · C48910+Heathrow ExpressW108158:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
3h16
11:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayC42215 · Y41798+Heathrow ExpressW108158:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
4h37
12:49 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34676+Heathrow ExpressW108158:17 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h18
10:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34679+Elizabeth lineC380608:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h40
11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34679+Elizabeth lineC376498:21 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h39
11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34676+Elizabeth lineC37649 · C372328:21 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h14
10:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34615 · W34679+Heathrow ExpressW108188:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h33
11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34679+Heathrow ExpressW108218:42 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h18
11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34679+Heathrow ExpressW108218:47 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h13
11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34679+Elizabeth lineC38096 · C372438:50 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h10
11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34679+Elizabeth lineC38096 · C372438:55 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h05
11:00 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW35066 · C42309+Heathrow ExpressW108248:57 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h16
11:13 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW35066 · C42309+Heathrow ExpressW108249:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h11
11:13 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers

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About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 2m
Cheapest Price
$39 (€32)
Great Western Railway frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $39 (€32), while the average price is around $84 (€69).
The train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) takes 2h 2m and runs 23 per day.
The distance by train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is 91 miles (147 km).
The first train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 6:55 AM.
The last train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 9:51 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
There is no direct train service currently available from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
The train journey from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads offers pleasant views, passing through charming countryside, small towns, and glimpses of the River Thames, providing a generally scenic experience.
Yes, you can take the train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Popular day trips by train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) include Keynsham, Bath, Swindon, Gloucester, Weston-super-Mare.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Most London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains use the London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare London Heathrow Airport and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Bristol
Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · $5 · every ~12 min
X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · $5 · every ~49 min
512 · 14m
9 · 15m · $5 · every ~22 min

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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