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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) start from as low as $159 (€129) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $159 (€129) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 6 daily trains from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 5m but the average duration is 2h 16m
Train Operators
- Travel from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) with Great Western Rail
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Great Western Rail.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 05:23 AM and the last at 05:23 AM
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $159 (€129) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 05:23 |
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
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between St Mary Cray (SMY) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) from $159 (€129). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
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
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
$78 (€63)
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 St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Mary Cray (SMY) 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.

Train ticket prices from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $159 (€129), while the average price is around $159 (€129).
The train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) takes 3h 5m and runs 6 per day.
The distance by train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is 115 miles (186 km).
The first train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 5:23 AM.
The last train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) leaves at 5:23 AM.
There is no high speed train available from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
There is no direct train service currently available from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
The cheapest way to get from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is by train, with a cost of around $159 (€129).
The train journey from St Mary Cray to Bristol Temple Meads offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, featuring picturesque views of the English countryside, charming towns, and glimpses of the River Avon as you approach Bristol.
A day trip from St Mary Cray to Bristol Temple Meads is not feasible due to the travel duration of 3h 5m. However, trains run 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI).
popular train stations
Popular train stations from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
London
Bristol
The major train station for departures in London is St Mary Cray. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at St Mary Cray for your trip from London to Bristol.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:10 - 19:30 Sunday 08:15 - 16:40 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Distance to city center
20 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 + 2- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting room on platform 1/2 and 3/4 Only available when staff present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for St Mary Cray
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Turn left when leaving the station. The buses depart from near the shops
The major train station for arrivals in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your journey to Bristol from London.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
Taxis
- 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
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
- 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
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
- 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
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
- 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
