Bristol Temple Meads train station

Bristol Temple Meads train station

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 on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Bristol Temple Meads, check now to plan your next journey.

  • Departures

  • Arrivals

TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth08:568Great Western Railway
On time
Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central08:589Great Western Railway
On time
Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington09:0012Great Western Railway
On time
Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly09:006CrossCountry
On time
Bristol Temple Meads to Frome09:0313Great Western Railway
On time
TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads07:28-Great Western Railway
On time
Filton Abbey Wood to Bristol Temple Meads08:433Great Western Railway
On time
Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meads08:101Great Western Railway
On time
Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meads07:419ACrossCountry
On time
Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meads06:381Great Western Railway
On time

Station Details

Address

Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF

Ticket Office opening hours:

Monday to Friday open from 05:30:00 until 21:30:00

Saturday open from 05:30:00 until 21:30:00

Sunday open from 06:45:00 until 21:30:00

Ticket Machine

Available

Facilities

Toilets

Toilets

WiFi

WiFi

Shops

Shops

Station Buffet

Station Buffet

ATM

ATM

Bicycle Facilities

Cycle storage

Cycle storage CCTV

Cycle storage notes

Services

Accessbility Facilities

Accessible Booking Office counter

Wheelchairs

Accessible ticket machines

Step-free access