City, United Kingdom
Getting around Bristol
How to get around Bristol
Walk the center and ride buses for the rest; trains reach Bath and London in about an hour and a half. The harbor ferries are fun, cheap hops.
Ways to get around Bristol
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Bus (First West of England) | About £2–5 single | Tap a contactless card; capped daily and weekly fares |
| Bristol Ferry Boat | About £2–6 | Hops around the Floating Harbour; summer is busiest |
| Train from Temple Meads | About £5–15 to Bath | Local trains to Bath, Cardiff and Weston-super-Mare |
| Bicycle or e-bike hire | About £2–5 per hour | Hilly in places; the Bristol–Bath railway path is flat |
Ride-hailing apps in Bristol
A 5 km ride costs about £9–15 ($11.9–19.8).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Most drivers; works across the city |
| Bolt | Often a little cheaper; fewer drivers at rush hour |
| FREENOW | Books licensed black cabs; good for the airport |
- Licensed hackney cabs can be hailed or booked by app; minicabs must be pre-booked. Fares rise late at night.
Arriving in Bristol
Bristol (BRS)
Airport Flyer bus to Temple Meads or the center about £10–11 single, 30 min; taxi about £30–40.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the left. Visitors may drive on a valid foreign licence for 12 months; carry an IDP if it isn't in English.
- Onward travel in United Kingdom: Trains link most cities quickly but walk-up fares are high; book Advance tickets or buy a Railcard. Coaches are cheaper and slower; the Highlands suit a car or tour.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Bristol?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Bolt, FREENOW.
What's the best way to get around Bristol?
Walk the center and ride buses for the rest; trains reach Bath and London in about an hour and a half. The harbor ferries are fun, cheap hops.
How do I get from the airport to Bristol?
Airport Flyer bus to Temple Meads or the center about £10–11 single, 30 min; taxi about £30–40.
Is Bristol walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- National Rail Enquiries
- Railcards
- National Express coaches
- Visit Bristol
- Bristol Airport
- Bristol Ferry Boat
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