The cheapest and fastest trains from Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
14 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 15 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.
10:08 AM0h12Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)10:20 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)$91One-way0 transfers
6:05 AM0h15Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)6:20 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)$91One-way0 transfers
10:08 AM0h12Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)10:20 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)$91One-way0 transfers
6:05 AM0h15Nailsea & Backwell (NLS)6:20 AMBristol Temple Meads (BRI)$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 11m faster (12m by train vs 23m by car) and roughly $7 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $16 (€13)). 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.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway (GWR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train times
The table below shows live departures for Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:08 AM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0h12 | 9:20 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:06 AM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0h11 | 11:17 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:06 PM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0h11 | 12:17 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:29 PM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0h15 | 4:44 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:05 PM Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) | 0h14 | 5:19 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Trains from Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 9m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 9m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from $6 (€5). 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) 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 Nailsea & Backwell (NLS) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 09:30 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Steep flight of steps to southbound platform, ramped access to northbound platform steeper than 1:12 gradient, no wheelchair access available to trains. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: access road
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop at end of Station Close
- 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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