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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Bristol is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Bristol is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Bristol?

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

How far is it from Essex to Bristol?

The distance between Essex and Bristol is 165 miles. The road distance is 166.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £70 - £150.

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

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

Where do I catch the Essex to Bristol bus from?

Essex to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Bristol train from?

Essex to Bristol train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train, bus or fly from Essex to Bristol?

The best way to get from Essex to Bristol is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 5h 48m, you could also bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Essex to Bristol bus arrive?

Essex to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Essex to Bristol train arrive?

Essex to Bristol train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Essex to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Bristol is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Essex to Bristol.

How do I get a train ticket from Essex to Bristol?

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Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2662+ hotels available in Bristol.

Essex to Bristol - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
3h 8m
£74–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
5h 48m
£35–81
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shenfield to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
4h 56m
£49–95
Drive 165.2 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Bristolcar 165.2 mi
3h 13m
£41–58
Fly from London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
5h 48m
£51–159
Train to London City Airport, fly
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
5h 35m
£212–479
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LTN - BRS
6h 26m
£71–209

Essex to Bristol by train

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Distance: 163.6 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from White Notley to Bristol Temple Meads via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, easyJet and Ryanair fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS) 3 times a day.

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