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 Weston-Super-Mare17:2510Great Western Railway
On time
Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington17:2913Great Western Railway
On time
Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central17:293Great Western Railway
Delayed
Bristol Temple Meads to Bristol Airport17:33-Great Western Railway
On time
Bristol Temple Meads to Leeds17:355CrossCountry
On time
TrainTimePlatformTrain OperatorStatus
Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meads15:264CrossCountry
On time
Worcester Foregate Street to Bristol Temple Meads15:491Great Western Railway
On time
Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meads14:485Great Western Railway
On time
Bristol Airport to Bristol Temple Meads16:55-Great Western Railway
On time
Aberdeen to Bristol Temple Meads08:203CrossCountry
On time

Station Details

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

Facilities

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Cashpoint

Cashpoint

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Bicycle rental

Bicycle rental

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Bicycle parking

Bicycle parking

Sheltered storage

CCTV at storage area

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Public Wi-Fi

Public Wi-Fi

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Payphone

Payphone

Cards and coins

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Post box

Post box

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Refreshments

Refreshments

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Seating facilities

Seating facilities

First class lounge

Seating area

Waiting room

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Toilet

Toilet

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Tourist information office

Tourist information office

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Trolleys

Trolleys

Ticket Office

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Ticket buying and collection

Ticket office open

Ticket machine

Use Oyster cards

Oyster top-up

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Transport links

Bus service

Car park

Taxi Rank

Metro service

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Accessibility and mobility access

Customer help point

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Accessible ticket machine

Ramp for train access

Accessible toilet

Wheelchairs

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General Services Information

Customer support

Left luggage

Lost property

Currency exchange