How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to Bristol?

The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Bristol start from R 1 123. The average price for this train route is around R 2 877. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Bristol?

The average train journey time from Gatwick to Bristol is 2h 38m, covering a distance of 171 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 31m and is operated by Great Western Railway .

Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Bristol route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Bristol?

The earliest train from Gatwick to Bristol departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:18.

Train Gatwick to Bristol from R 1 054

Next train departures

Next departures from Gatwick to Bristol on 29 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:26	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 35m	20:01	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	17:26	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 35m	20:01	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	17:26	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	3h 3m	20:29	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags
Train	17:26	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	3h 3m	20:29	Bristol Temple Meads	No tags

Next departures from Gatwick to Bristol on 30 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 56m	11:56	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 31m	09:31	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 31m	09:31	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	10:32	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	10:32	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Gatwick to Bristol on 31 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 56m	11:56	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 31m	09:31	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 31m	09:31	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	10:32	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	10:32	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Gatwick to Bristol on 1 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 56m	11:56	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 31m	09:31	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 31m	09:31	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 36m	10:35	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 36m	10:35	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Gatwick to Bristol on 2 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 56m	11:56	Bristol Temple Meads	Cheapest
Train	07:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 31m	09:31	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 31m	09:31	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	10:32	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	10:32	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Gatwick to Bristol on 3 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 31m	09:31	Bristol Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	07:00	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 31m	09:31	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	10:32	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	10:32	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	15:29	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 34m	18:03	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Gatwick to Bristol on 4 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:29	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	10:02	Bristol Parkway	CheapestFastest
Train	07:29	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	10:02	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:29	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	11:02	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:29	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	11:02	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	15:29	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 34m	18:03	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Next departures from Gatwick to Bristol on 5 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 55m	10:54	Bristol Parkway	Cheapest
Train	10:26	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 33m	12:59	Bristol Parkway	Fastest
Train	07:59	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 55m	10:54	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:55	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 47m	11:42	Bristol Parkway	No tags
Train	08:55	Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal	2h 47m	11:42	Bristol Parkway	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:34 PM BST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gatwick to Bristol

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 288, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

67bus per day

3h 40mAverage duration

172 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 288 - R 1 307	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 123 - R 4 673	Average duration2h 38m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Gatwick and Bristol?

Gatwick

A
London Gatwick Airport
Visit page

Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
Visit page
B
Filton
594 Filton Ave, Bristol BS7 0QQ, UK

Train Companies

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Great Western Railway ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 123

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, RegioJet, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gatwick to Bristol by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Gatwick to Bristol?
The cheapest train tickets from Gatwick to Bristol start from R 1 123. The average price for this train route is around R 2 877. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gatwick to Bristol?
The average train journey time from Gatwick to Bristol is 2h 38m, covering a distance of 171 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 31m and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Which train operators serve the Gatwick to Bristol route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gatwick to Bristol?
The earliest train from Gatwick to Bristol departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:18.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

27/03

R 3 425

28/03

R 2 110

Today

R 2 110

30/03

R 2 110

31/03

R 2 110

01/04

R 2 110

02/04

R 2 110

03/04

R 2 110

The cheapest trip from Gatwick to Bristol was searched and found on 28 Mar 2026 with a price of R 2 110

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Gatwick to Bristol as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 110 to R 4 359 for a train ticket from Gatwick to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 110, which is on 2026-03-30.