Bristol is well-served by its international airport, two main railway stations (Bristol Temple Meads and Bristol Parkway), and a central bus and coach station, offering diverse connectivity for arrivals and departures.
Bristol Airport (BRS) is a key hub with frequent flights from major cities like Amsterdam and Dublin, and numerous onward connections. Return flights can be found from approximately £30-£33, with one-way options from £14-£24. A dedicated A1 Bristol Airport Flyer bus service connects the airport to the city centre in about 35 minutes.
Bristol is accessible via Bristol Temple Meads, located near the city centre, and Bristol Parkway in the north. Direct trains from London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads typically take around 1 hour 35 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes, with the fastest services completing the journey in as little as 1 hour 19 minutes. Fares can start from approximately £15.40 when booked in advance. Services are frequent, often departing every 30 minutes.
The Bristol Bus and Coach Station in Marlborough Street serves as the main hub for long-distance bus travel. Coaches from London to Bristol usually take between 2 hours 20 minutes and 3 hours 1 minute, with tickets starting from around £3.99-£4. National Express, FlixBus, and Megabus are major operators on these routes.
Car hire services are readily available in Bristol, including at the airport, from companies such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, and Budget. Daily rental costs can range from £14-£67, depending on the vehicle and booking time, with September often being a cheaper month to rent.
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