The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
147 km
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 €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 5 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) on Sun, Dec 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 ferry which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 91 miles (147 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Ferry |
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€71 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:25 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h10 | 9:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h10 | 11:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h20 | 1:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 2h05 | 2:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:51 PM London Heathrow Airport | 2h25 | 12:16 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) by bus or train
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Why should you book London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads trains with Omio?
Great Western Rail operates all train services from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads. Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Great Western Rail tickets can only be bought on Omio or Great Western Rail's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Great Western Rail tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Great Western Rail tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 91 miles (147 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London Heathrow Airport and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from $15 (€12). 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 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- 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
- 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
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- 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
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