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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Bristol to Stanstead?

The distance between Bristol and Stanstead is 188 miles. The road distance is 175.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Stanstead without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 27m and costs £60 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Bristol to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Stanstead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bristol to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Bristol to Stanstead is to train via London which takes 5h 27m and costs £60 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus via London Stansted Airport (STN), which costs £40 - £85 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Bristol to Stanstead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Stanstead?

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

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 456+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
5h 27m
£60–201
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cambridgetrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain Cambridge - Ipswich / ...
7h 39m
£28–344
Bus via London Stansted Airport (STN)
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
7h 53m
£41–80
Drive 174.2 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Stansteadcar 174.2 mi
3h 42m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Horse Racing Museumbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Guineas Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
9h 1m
£36–81

Bristol to Stanstead by train and bus

82Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.3 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Stanway Close via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Stanway Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 7h 53m.

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