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Compare bus and train for St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $101.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI):
A bus is $94 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) costing on average $101 (€83).
Other travel options to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (2h 16m by train vs 2h 44m by car). Tickets start at around $101 (€83) compared to roughly $48 (€40) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 (€83) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 06:09. The fastest train covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€83) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 6:09 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between St Mary Cray (SMY) 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 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.
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Popular train stations from St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Most St Mary Cray (SMY) to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) trains use the London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads station pair. Use this guide to compare St Mary Cray (SMY) and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to St Mary Cray from London city centre
St Mary Cray is 20 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
St Mary Cray train station facilities and services
St Mary Cray has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at St Mary Cray.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St Mary Cray. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St Mary Cray: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St Mary Cray: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St Mary Cray: 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.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
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 train connections from St Mary Cray (SMY)
Most popular trains to and from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and St Mary Cray (SMY)
Most popular train connections to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
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