Train Tickets to Bristol Temple Meads
London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads
1h 27m
Bath Spa to Bristol Temple Meads
11m
Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
47m
Train travel to Bristol Temple Meads guide
Bristol Temple Meads Station is the oldest and largest railway station in Bristol, England. Opened in 1840 and designed by the renowned engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the station's historic architecture and significance make it a notable landmark.
The station offers frequent rail services operated by Great Western railway (GWR) and CrossCountry. Temple Meads is known as a South West transport mecca with trains running directly to most parts of the UK, including Wales and Scotland. Key destinations accessible from Bristol Temple Meads include London Paddington, Cardiff Central, Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, Exeter St Davids, and other major cities.
Bristol boasts many notable landmarks, including the Clifton Suspension Bridge, the SS Great Britain, and the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery. Bristol's vibrant food scene is not to be missed when in town, and is epitmosied in places like St Nicholas Market and Michelin-starred Casamia, while its dynamic art scene can be seen in Banksy's street art, Arnolfini, Spike Island, and Upfest, Europe’s largest street art festival.
Which train companies run trains to Bristol Temple Meads?
Elizabeth line, CrossCountry and Great Western Railway offer services to and from Bristol Temple Meads, serving various UK locations. Prices and durations can vary depending on your travel time.
What are Bristol Temple Meads's opening hours?
Bristol Temple Meads generally operates between 0:01 and 23:59. However, hours may vary, so please confirm before traveling.
Pick up & drop off at Bristol Temple Meads
You can enjoy a hassle-free journey with Bristol Temple Meads's designated parking and pick-up/drop-off areas.
Connectivity of the Bristol Temple Meads?
London, London Paddington, Birmingham, Cardiff and Birmingham New Street are just a few popular locations that run services to and from Bristol Temple Meads. Frequent buses and taxi services are also available from the station, though we recommend researching prior to your journey to be sure.
Bristol Temple Meads Live Timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Bristol Temple Meads. Check it now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
| Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth | 17:45 | 12 | CrossCountry | On time |
| Bristol Temple Meads to Severn Beach | 17:46 | 5 | Great Western Railway | On time |
| Bristol Temple Meads to Salisbury | 17:48 | 15 | Great Western Railway | On time |
| Bristol Temple Meads to Taunton | 17:53 | 10 | Great Western Railway | On time |
| Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central | 17:57 | 5 | Great Western Railway | On time |
| Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston-Super-Mare to Bristol Temple Meads | 17:09 | 1 | Great Western Railway | On time |
| Severn Beach to Bristol Temple Meads | 17:00 | 1 | Great Western Railway | On time |
| Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meads | 15:28 | 1 | Great Western Railway | On time |
| Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads | 16:59 | 1 | Great Western Railway | On time |
| Portsmouth Harbour to Bristol Temple Meads | 15:23 | 4 | Great Western Railway | On time |
Station Details
Address: Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Facilities
ATM
Bicycle rental
Bicycle parking
Sheltered storage
CCTV at storage area
Public Wi-Fi
Payphone
Cards and coins
Post box
Refreshments
Seating facilities
First class lounge
Seating area
Waiting room
Toilet
Tourist information office
Trolleys
Ticket Office
Ticket office open
Ticket machine
Use Oyster cards
Oyster top-up
Services
Bus service
Car park
Cabstand
Metro service
Customer help point
Staff
Accessible ticket machine
Ramp for train access
Accessible toilet
Wheelchairs
Customer support
Left luggage
Lost property
Currency exchange
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