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

1h 30m

Cheapest Price

€28

Great Western Rail frequency

15 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

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South Western Railway

About

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 56m

Cheapest Price

€26

South Western Railway frequency

4 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Refund depends on ticket type and timing of cancellation

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled by operator

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafe bar service with hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches

Seat reservation

Seat reservations available for a fee, free for some ticket types

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free, dogs must be on lead

Quiet zone

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National Express

About

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 20m

Cheapest Price

€7

Luggage included

Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.

Additional luggage

10€ per additional bag.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.

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Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 28m

Cheapest Price

€117

first_great_western frequency

25 a day

station information and services

Train stations in Bristol

Bristol Temple Meads Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Station Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom

Phone Number

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.

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

Bristol, Airport Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Shower

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Lulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 371 334 4444

Ticket Office Hours

24 hours Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

11 km

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.

Dining

Dexters
Brunel Bar & Kitchen

Taxis

Outside the main terminal.

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps.

Hotel

Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
Winford Manor Hotel

Shower

Cost £10

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main terminal

Car Rental

Avis
Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main terminal

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
Parking: short-term and long-term options available

Public transit options for Bristol, Airport

Bus: Airport Flyer Express
Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services

Clifton Down Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Lost and Found Office

Bike Parking

information

Address

Clifton Down station, Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, City of, BS8 2PN

Phone Number

+44 3451652030

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Accessibility

Staff help available: No
Step free access note: Step free Category B1 station - step free access available to both platforms via ramp and choice of drop off points, however adjacent car parks need to be used for full step free access. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
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

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: No
Storage location: Located on both platforms
Storage CCTV: Yes

Public transit options for Clifton Down

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on either side of Whiteladies Road outside Clifton Down Shopping Centre

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