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City museum on Bristol’s docks covering local history, industry, people, and transport in a lively waterfront setting.
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Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
3h 1m
Average duration
3h 8m
Trains per day
23
Distance
51 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Stansted Airport to Bristol:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Stansted Airport to Bristol costing on average $65 (€53).
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 33m.
The journey is about 9m faster (2h 41m by train vs 2h 50m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($65 (€53) vs $70 (€57)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Bristol trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G14957+ C38339+ P66211 | 8:55 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h03 | 11:58 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W34686+ C38380+ P02914 | On time 9:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h07 | 12:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
G14958+ P66255+ C38422 | 9:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h01 | 12:59 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
G14959+ P66278+ C38461 | 10:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h11 | 1:39 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
G14960+ C38505+ P66300 | Delayed 11:30 AM 10:58 AMStansted Airport (SSD) | 3h05 | 2:03 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P66329+ C38542+ G14961 | On time 11:28 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h06 | 2:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P02924+ C38581+ G14962 | On time 11:58 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h02 | 3:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P66369+ C38228+ G14963 | On time 12:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h07 | 3:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P66381+ C38264+ G14964 | 12:58 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h07 | 4:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P66393+ C38307+ W34706 | 1:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h07 | 4:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P02926+ C38349+ G14965 | On time 1:58 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h07 | 5:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P66417+ C38390+ W34712 | 2:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h06 | 5:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P66429+ C38429+ G14966 | On time 2:58 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h07 | 6:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P66441+ C37239+ W34719 | On time 3:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h07 | 6:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P66453+ C38514+ G14967 | On time 3:57 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h03 | 7:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P02932+ C38559+ W34726 | On time 4:27 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h08 | 7:35 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P67526+ C38215+ G14968 | On time 4:54 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h06 | 8:00 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
C37171+ W34732+ P67527 | On time 5:27 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h10 | 8:37 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P67529+ C38298+ G14969 | On time 5:58 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h05 | 9:03 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
W34737+ P02903+ C38342 | 6:27 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h09 | 9:36 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
C38383+ G14970+ P66095 | On time 6:57 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h08 | 10:05 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
P66118+ C38425+ G14971 | On time 7:28 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h10 | 10:38 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
C38441+ W35426+ G01170+ P66130 | On time 7:43 PM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h51 | 11:34 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 3 transfers | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
W34680+ P66175+ C37299 | 8:09 AM Stansted Airport (SSD) | 3h26 | 11:35 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from London Stansted Airport to Bristol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:41, the last at 16:54. The fastest train covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 6:41 AM |
Last train 4:54 PM |
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Generally cheaper than London but pricier than many UK cities. Hotels and dining are moderate, while budget eats and buses offer good value.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in taxis. No tip expected for pubs, cafés, or counter service, but small change is appreciated.
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Bristol Temple Meads, Bristol -> Bristol City Centre, Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Bristol 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London Stansted Airport to Bristol trains use the London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport. Use this guide to compare London Stansted Airport and Bristol train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
Montpelier is 1 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpelier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Montpelier.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Montpelier: Parking.
Available at Montpelier: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpelier: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform, Accessible taxis: No, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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