How much is a train ticket to Bristol from London?

How much is a train ticket to Bristol from London?

London to Bristol Temple Meads by train

Journey time From 1h 28m
Price From £21.20
Distance 106 miles (170 km)
Frequency 50 trains per day
First train 04:23

Is Temple Meads station open?

Monday to Friday 05:30 – 21:30. Saturday 05:30 – 21:30. Sunday 06:45 – 21:30.

Can I buy a ticket at Reading station?

Ticket buying and collection Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.

Which is the main train station in Bristol?

Bristol Temple Meads
Bristol Temple Meads is the main railway station, situated approximately 15 minutes’ walk from the City Centre. The 8 and 9 bus services run frequently between Bristol Temple Meads Station and the city centre, Broadmead and Cabot Circus.

Is Bristol worth visiting?

The largest city in the southwest of England was recently named by none other than the New York Times as one of the best places to visit in 2018, and it’s being recognised all over the world for its marvellous museums. Bristol also got the coveted title of Best City to Live in Britain by the Sunday Times in 2017.

Why does Bristol Temple Meads have no platform 14?

LMS Compound 4P and Diesel Railcar, on platforms 13 and 15 respectively, in the original terminus in 1958. By 1965 the old part of the station was no longer in use, with access to it blocked by the building of a large signal box by platform 14 in 1970. The platforms were renumbered to reflect this change.

What time does the ticket office close at Reading station?

Ticket Office opening hours: Monday to Friday open from 05:15:00 until 22:45:00. Saturday open from 05:30:00 until 22:45:00. Sunday open from 07:15:00 until 22:45:00.

What is the main train station in Reading?

Reading railway station is a major transport hub in Reading, Berkshire, England. It is on the northern edge of the town centre, near the main retail and commercial areas and the River Thames, 36 miles (58 km) from London Paddington….Reading railway station.

Reading
Station code RDG
DfT category B
Number of platforms 15
Accessible Yes

When should I buy train tickets?

Book 12+ weeks ahead for the cheapest fares Most people know if you book early, you can get cheaper train tickets, yet often these vanish quicker than empty seats on a peak-time journey. To ensure a bargain, the key is to start looking for tickets about 12 weeks before you want to travel.

Is Bristol or Bath nicer?

they are very different kinds of places. Bristol is a much biger modern city, based on the old port. Bath has a very grand but regional town/city feel. bath is a lot nicer, smaller and more scenic to walk around,plus its just more ‘touristy’ so as you will be tourists, thats what I would advise.

Is Bristol or Bath Shopping better?

Bristol might offer more choice, but, despite missing a few essential stores (Zara, Warehouse – sob) Bath is a lovely place to shop. The shops are closer together and right by the train station, making them easier to reach than in Bristol where the shops are a 15-minute walk away.

Is Bristol Temple Meads electrified?

In November 2016, the government announced that electrification work on the sections from Oxford to Didcot Parkway, Bristol Parkway to Bristol Temple Meads, Thingley Junction (near Chippenham) to Bath Spa and Bristol Temple Meads, and branches lines to Henley and Windsor had been indefinitely deferred.

Are there ticket barriers at Reading station?

Reading is a barriered station, so you need some form of ticket, what I don’t know is if you can still buy platform tickets? Although I understand that platform tickets if issued (mixed story across the country apparently) don’t work the gates, so you may need to ask to be let through…. 2.

Is there a pick up point at Reading train station?

Accessible pick-up and drop-off points at Reading Station include Ground Floor of the multi-story car park, access on Vastern Road (Caversham Side), which is free for 20 minutes.

How many rail stations are there in Reading?

Reading railway station

Reading
Number of platforms 15
Accessible Yes
National Rail annual entry and exit
2016–17 17.122 million

What facilities are there at Bristol Temple Meads station?

Find out everything you need to know about Bristol Temple Meads station facilities before you travel. At most South Western Railway stations, you’ll find car parking, ticket machines and smartcard options to get you ready for your journey, as well as South Western Railway customer help points if you need a helping hand.

How do I get to Temple Meads station by train?

For information about trains to and from Temple Meads visit National Rail Enquiries or call 08457 48 49 50. FirstGroup and the Hospital Free Shuttle Bus serve the station. For more information visit the Travelwest website. The taxi rank is on the station forecourt.

When will tactile paving be installed at Bristol Temple Meads?

From 25 December until 31 March 2022 we will be installing tactile paving at Bristol Temple Meads (platforms 1-12) to make the station more accessible. Please take extra care. The British Transport Police helpdesk is on platform 3.

Where can I hire a bike in Temple Meads?

Brompton bike hire is available from the long-stay car park. For information about trains to and from Temple Meads visit National Rail Enquiries or call 08457 48 49 50. FirstGroup and the Hospital Free Shuttle Bus serve the station. For more information visit the Travelwest website.