Transportation

There are several options for getting to Bristol and nearby destinations from Bristol International Airport including by public bus, shuttles and taxi. There is no direct rail service to the airport, but a dedicated shuttle bus links the airport with Bristol Temple Meads Rail Station and taxis run throughout the day.

Rail and metro: the nearest railway station is in Bristol itself, from where you can connect to other major cities. The cheapest option for getting to Bristol Temple Meads Rail Station is to take the regular Bristol International Flyer express coach service, which leaves the airport every 20 minutes.

Shuttles and buses: in addition to running to Bristol Temple Meads Rail Station, the Bristol International Flyer shuttle bus also makes several important stops along the way. Those wishing to travel to Weston-super-Mare from Bristol International Airport can make use of the handy Badgerline 121 bus service, which runs to the popular resort throughout the day. In addition, National Express is the UK’s premier coach network and runs services from Bristol to destinations nationwide.

Taxi and limo: quality taxis serve Bristol International Airport (BIA) 24 hours a day, running from just outside Arrivals. The main service provider is Airportcarz, who run air-conditioned Ford Galaxys and wheelchair-friendly minibuses. The Airportcarz booking desk is located opposite International Arrivals and cars can be pre-booked by calling: +44 870 2245 000.