What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Bristol?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Bristol is to bus which costs £16 - £70 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Bristol?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Bristol Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Bristol?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Bristol is 135 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Bristol without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Bristol?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Gatwick Airport to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Bristol bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Bristol train from?

Gatwick Airport to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Bristol?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Bristol is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £70 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Bristol bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Bristol bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Bristol train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Bristol is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Bristol.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Bristol?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick Airport to Bristol?

Book your Gatwick Airport to Bristol bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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There are 3 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Bristol by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2h 59m
£58–114
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
3h 30m
£16–70
Drive 130.7 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Bristolcar 130.7 mi
2h 19m
£32–46

Gatwick Airport to Bristol by train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.7 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Bristol, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Bristol Temple Meads via Reading in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 3h 30m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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