Bristol Parkway station
Station Approach Road
off Hatchet Road
Stoke Gifford
Bristol, City of
BS34 8PU
Bristol Parkway Station can be found on Station Approach Road in off Hatchet Road as shown on the map, and is operated by Great Western Railway.
Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Bristol Parkway Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.
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Nestled in the city of Bristol, Bristol Parkway Station stands as one of the key railway stations in the UK, serving numerous routes and commuting needs. Whether you're a daily commuter, a random traveler, or a visitor eager to explore the historical richness of the city and its neighboring regions, this station connects you to where you need to go with remarkable ease. Let’s dive deeper into what Bristol Parkway offers to make your journey as convenient and enjoyable as possible.
The ticket office at Bristol Parkway operates with extended hours to accommodate your travel plans – from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturdays, and 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM on Sundays. For tech-savvy travellers, ticket machines and facilities to collect tickets bought online are readily available. If you have a smartcard, rest assured Bristol Parkway issues and validates them.
Accessibility doesn't fall short either. With step-free access throughout the station, including lifts that connect the platforms, those requiring assistance can have their concerns met, with a staff-ready helpline offering support round the clock. Even the entrance has a clever setup for passenger drop-offs and pick-ups.
Passenger comfort is prioritized with clean waiting areas, essential refreshment facilities, and a handy ATM machine. Cyclists can safely store their bikes in extensive storage facilities, while drivers benefit from a large parking area operated by APCOA Parking (UK) Limited, with over 1,100 spaces available 24/7.
Your travel from Bristol Parkway is made easier with a wealth of transport connections. A well-positioned taxi rank is conveniently located at the station entrance to whisk you to your next destination. Bus services are equally accessible for those preferring public transport ease. For destinations further afield, rail replacement services are available right at the front of the station.
Should your adventures take you internationally, connections can be made to Heathrow or Gatwick via Reading, or closer to home, to Bristol Airport through Bristol Temple Meads.
Bristol Parkway is a prominent interchange on the route from Bristol to London, with frequent trains to London Paddington. If you fancy a trip to Wales, services head to Cardiff Central and Newport. For more local adventures, train services to Bristol Temple Meads and Cheltenham Spa are incredibly accessible.
Bristol Parkway is not merely a station; it is a gateway to diverse destinations and experiences. With its array of facilities and forward-thinking transport links, it ensures each traveler enjoys a seamless passage to and from the UK's iconic destinations. Whether you're embarking on a quick jaunt to nearby Bath Spa or planning a farther journey to Manchester Piccadilly, Bristol Parkway is where your adventure begins. When planning your next journey, consider Bristol Parkway Station as your starting point, and let every trip on the UK rail network be as pleasant as an everlasting memory.
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Ticket Office Opening hours |
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Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office. | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Smartcards | |||||||
Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
Smartcard validators | Yes |
Information available from staff | Yes - from help point | ||||||
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Customer information | DepartureScreens Announcements | ||||||
Staff help available |
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Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
Customer services notes | Please visit GWR Help & Support. Or contact our social media team @gwrhelp. | ||||||
Luggage storage | No | ||||||
Lost property | None | ||||||
CCTV at the station | Yes |
Station Accessibility | |||||||
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Step-free access | Step free access is available throughout the whole station. Step free Category A station - This station has step-free access to all the platforms via lifts from the main station entrance. | ||||||
Ticket barriers and gates | Yes | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office. | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
Accessible Toilets | No | ||||||
Waiting rooms |
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Seating area | Yes | ||||||
Wheelchairs available | Yes | ||||||
Getting to and from the station | |||||||
Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes Set- Down / Pick up Points are available at the station entrance.Assisted Travel meeting point - Booking office main Entrance. Please notify a member of staff. | ||||||
Accessible spaces | None | ||||||
Accessible car park equipment | True Accessible ticket machine is available at the car park. Step free access from the car park to the station via a lift. | ||||||
Staff Help | |||||||
Staff help available |
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Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||||
Helpline | We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here. |
Toilets | Yes |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | Yes |
Waiting rooms |
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Seating area | Yes | ||||||
1st Class Lounge | No |
Station Car Park | |||||||||||||||
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Operator | APCOA Parking (UK) Limited | ||||||||||||||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 1140 | ||||||||||||||
Accessible spaces | 0 | ||||||||||||||
Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||||||||||
Car park CCTV | No | ||||||||||||||
Parking charges |
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Refreshment Facilities | Available |
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ATM Machine | Available |
Shops | Available |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | Yes |
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Public Wi-Fi | Available Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi" |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 156 Situated in the under ground car park. Please note Cycles can be carried on our trains free of charge. Front of station |
Type of Storage | Stands, Racks, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | Yes |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
Front of the station |
Taxi rank is available at the station entrance if you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff. |
Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here |
Air Port Link Please change at Reading for Heathrow and Gatwick links and Bristol Temple Meads for Bristol Airport. |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Worcester Foregate Street | Great Western Railway | 18:16 | 2 | 18:18 This train has been delayed by congestion |
from Weymouth | Great Western Railway | 18:21 | 3 | On time |
from Edinburgh | CrossCountry | 18:20 | 2 | 18:41 This train has been delayed by a problem currently under investigation |
from Cardiff Central | Great Western Railway | 18:26 | 3 | On time |
from London Paddington | Great Western Railway | 18:34 | 2 | On time |
from Plymouth | CrossCountry | 18:42 | 3 | On time |
from Gloucester | Great Western Railway | 18:46 | 1 | On time |
from Carmarthen | Great Western Railway | 18:51 | 4 | On time |
from Bristol Temple Meads | Great Western Railway | 18:54 | 3 | On time |
from Manchester Piccadilly | CrossCountry | 19:00 | 1 | 19:06 |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to Bristol Temple Meads | Great Western Railway | 18:16 | 2 | 18:19 This train has been delayed by congestion |
to Gloucester | Great Western Railway | 18:22 | 3 | On time |
to Plymouth | CrossCountry | 18:23 | 2 | 18:42 This train has been delayed by a problem currently under investigation |
to London Paddington | Great Western Railway | 18:27 | 3 | On time |
to Swansea | Great Western Railway | 18:37 | 2 | On time |
to Leeds | CrossCountry | 18:44 | 3 | On time |
to Westbury | Great Western Railway | 18:47 | 1 | On time |
to London Paddington | Great Western Railway | 18:53 | 4 | On time |
to Great Malvern | Great Western Railway | 18:56 | 3 | On time |
to Bristol Temple Meads | CrossCountry | 19:04 | 1 | 19:07 |