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

The cheapest way to get from Stanstead to Bristol is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanstead to Bristol is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stanstead and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanstead to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Stanway Close and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Stanstead and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Stanstead to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Sudbury (Suffolk) and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Marks Tey, Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Stanstead to Bristol?

The distance between Stanstead and Bristol is 200 miles. The road distance is 175.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanstead to Bristol without a car is to line 43 bus and train which takes 4h 40m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Stanstead to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Bristol bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stanstead to Bristol train from?

Stanstead to Bristol train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Marks Tey station.

Train or bus from Stanstead to Bristol?

The best way to get from Stanstead to Bristol is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Stanstead to Bristol bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stanstead to Bristol train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanstead to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanstead to Bristol is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Stanstead to Bristol.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2668+ hotels available in Bristol.

Stanstead to Bristol - 5 ways to travel via train, line 43 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Stanstead to Bristol by bus, train, or car

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Line 43 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Groves Closebus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
4h 40m
£83–165
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 / ...
7h 24m
£38–87
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Shenfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Shenfield to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus
6h 44m
£59–109
Drive 174.4 mi
1. Drive from Stanstead to Bristolcar 174.4 mi
3h 42m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Marks Tey to Stratford (London)train Colchester Town - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 47m
£83–166

Stanstead to Bristol by bus and train

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Distance: 198.7 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Stanway Close to Bristol Temple Meads via Bus Station, Sudbury (Suffolk), Marks Tey, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanway Close to Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 24m.

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