What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Stansted?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Stansted is to bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Stansted?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Stansted is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Longfield via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Bristol to Stansted?

The distance between Bristol and Stansted is 153 miles. The road distance is 149.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Stansted without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £95 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Stansted?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Bristol to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Stansted train from?

Bristol to Stansted train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Where does the Bristol to Stansted train arrive?

Bristol to Stansted train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Stansted is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Bristol to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16441+ hotels available in Stansted.

Bristol to Stansted - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 223 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bristol to Stansted by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Longfieldtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
3h 8m
£95–154
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 040
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
5h 27m
£30–54
Drive 148.8 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Stanstedcar 148.8 mi
2h 30m
£37–54
Train, line 223 bus
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Gravesendtrain
3. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Flagstone Pavingbus 223
5h 3m

Bristol to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

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5h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.9 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Stansted, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Stansted via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, London Victoria, and Longfield in around 3h 8m.

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