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, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 30

Cheapest price on Oct 30

$62

Average ticket price on Oct 30

$115

Fastest journey on Oct 30

2 h 6 m

Average journey duration on Oct 30

2 h 16 m

Trains on Oct 30

36

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 $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.

Fast trains

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

  • Great Western RailwayG14972+Elizabeth lineC38065 · C37240
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG14955+Elizabeth lineC38109 · C37246
    2 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayG14955+Heathrow ExpressW10811
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayG14955+Heathrow ExpressW10814
    1 transfer
  • Great Western RailwayG14956+Heathrow ExpressW10817
    1 transfer

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 17 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€41) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 07:08, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 1h 38m.

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 $15 (€12)

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Journey facts

  • Distance91 miles (147 km)
  • Average train duration1h 56m
  • Cheapest ticket price$49 (€41)
  • Trains per day17
  • Fastest train1h 38m
  • First train7:08 AM
  • Last train8:45 PM
  • Cheapest MonthJul
  • Cheapest DaySat
  • High SeasonJul - Sep
  • Low SeasonApr - Jun
  • Busiest DayFri
  • Least Busy DayTue
  • Best time to book1 day

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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 $15 (€12)

Frequently asked questions about your London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

Train ticket prices from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $49 (€41), while the average price is around $103 (€87).
The train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) takes 1h 38m and runs 17 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 7:08 AM.
The last train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 8:45 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

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, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Great Western RailwayW34648 · G15483+Elizabeth lineC37494
Delayed
7:48 PM 7:00 PMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h30
9:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34737+Elizabeth lineC37494
Delayed
8:00 PM 7:00 PMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h36
9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34648 · G15483+Heathrow ExpressW10943
Delayed
7:48 PM 7:02 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h28
9:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34737+Heathrow ExpressW10943
Delayed
8:00 PM 7:02 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h34
9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34737+Elizabeth lineC37494
Delayed
8:00 PM 7:06 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h30
9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34648 · G15483+Elizabeth lineC37494
Delayed
7:48 PM 7:06 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h24
9:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34737+Heathrow ExpressW10946
Delayed
8:00 PM 7:12 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h24
9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34648 · G15483+Heathrow ExpressW10946
Delayed
7:48 PM 7:12 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h18
9:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34648 · W34737+Heathrow ExpressW10946
Delayed
7:48 PM 7:12 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h24
9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34737+Elizabeth lineC37512+Heathrow ExpressW10946+Elizabeth lineC37188
Delayed
8:25 PM 7:12 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h24
9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
3 transfers
Great Western RailwayG14970+Elizabeth lineC37512
Delayed
8:30 PM 7:15 PMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h50
10:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayW34737+Elizabeth lineC37512 · C37188
Delayed
8:25 PM 7:15 PMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h21
9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Great Western RailwayW34648 · G15483+Heathrow ExpressW10946
Delayed
7:48 PM 7:17 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h13
9:30 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10946+Great Western RailwayW34737
On time
7:17 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h19
9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14970+Elizabeth lineC37946
Delayed
8:30 PM 7:20 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h45
10:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14970+Heathrow ExpressW10949
Delayed
8:30 PM 7:27 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h38
10:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14970+Elizabeth lineC37541
Delayed
8:30 PM 7:30 PMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h35
10:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
1 transfer
Great Western RailwayG14970+Elizabeth lineC37200 · C37558
Delayed
8:55 PM 7:45 PMHeathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
2h20
10:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
2 transfers
Friday, October 30
Heathrow ExpressW10811+Great Western RailwayG14936 · G154888:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h25
10:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10811+Great Western RailwayG149558:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h34
10:36 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10811+Great Western RailwayG14936 · G149558:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h34
10:36 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10811+Great Western RailwayW35093 · G154878:02 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
3h26
11:28 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC37685+Great Western RailwayG14936 · G154888:06 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h21
10:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC37685 · C37236+Great Western RailwayG14936 · G154888:06 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
2h21
10:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10814+Great Western RailwayG149558:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h24
10:36 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10814+Great Western RailwayG14936 · G154888:12 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h15
10:27 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC38109 · C37246+Great Western RailwayG149558:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h16
10:36 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Elizabeth lineC38109+Great Western RailwayG149568:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h39
10:59 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10817+Great Western RailwayG14937 · G149568:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h32
10:59 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)2 transfers
Heathrow ExpressW10817+Great Western RailwayG149568:27 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
2h32
10:59 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1 transfer

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Great Western Railway as well as Elizabeth line offer trains services from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
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Train companies

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

Trains from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) with Great Western Railway and Elizabeth line. Night trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. High-speed trains available on this route with Great Western Railway. Regional trains available on this route with Great Western Railway and Elizabeth line. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

Great Western Railway

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 Great Western Railway Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
$49 (€41)
Great Western Railway frequency
17 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

Elizabeth line

About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth line Duration
1h 49m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
$78 (€66)
Elizabeth line frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Heathrow Airport and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Yes, there is a night train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
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.

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
Yes, you can take the train from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).

popular train stations

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

Most London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains use the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 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.

Most popular trains to and from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Heathrow Airport

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