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About Bristol Parkway (BPW) Train Station

Station managed by: Great Western Railway

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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Everything you need to know about Bristol Parkway Station

Welcome to Bristol Parkway Station

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.

Station Facilities at Bristol Parkway

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.

Onward Travel Options

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.

Popular Routes from Bristol Parkway

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.

Conclusion

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.

Bristol Parkway Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:06:00 to 20:00
Saturday:07:00 to 18:00
Sunday:08:30 to 19:00
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes

Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.

Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationYes
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Customer information

DepartureScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Friday:04:30 to 01:45
Saturday:05:00 to 01:15
Sunday:05:30 to 01:45
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

Please visit GWR Help & Support. Or contact our social media team @gwrhelp.

Luggage storageNo
Lost property

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
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 gatesYes
Accessible ticket machinesYes

Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.

Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting rooms
Monday to Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

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 spacesNone
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

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
Monday to Friday:04:30 to 01:45
Saturday:05:00 to 01:15
Sunday:05:30 to 01:45
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
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.

ToiletsYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingYes
Waiting rooms
Monday to Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
Station Car Park
OperatorAPCOA Parking (UK) Limited
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces1140
Accessible spaces0
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVNo
Parking charges
Daily£8.90
Annual£1,165.00
Sunday£6.20
Weekly£44.50
Monthly£150.00
Saturday£6.20
Three_monthly£400.00
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable
ShopsAvailable
Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiAvailable

Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi"

Bicycle Storage
Spaces156

Situated in the under ground car park. Please note Cycles can be carried on our trains free of charge.

Front of station

Type of StorageStands, Racks,
ShelteredYes
CCTVYes
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Bristol Parkway Station

All you need to know about Bristol Parkway's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

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.

Live Departures and arrivals from Bristol Parkway Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Bristol Parkway station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.

Arriving fromTrainArrival TimePlatformStatus
from Worcester Foregate StreetGreat Western Railway18:16218:18 This train has been delayed by congestion
from WeymouthGreat Western Railway18:213On time
from EdinburghCrossCountry18:20218:41 This train has been delayed by a problem currently under investigation
from Cardiff CentralGreat Western Railway18:263On time
from London PaddingtonGreat Western Railway18:342On time
from PlymouthCrossCountry18:423On time
from GloucesterGreat Western Railway18:461On time
from CarmarthenGreat Western Railway18:514On time
from Bristol Temple MeadsGreat Western Railway18:543On time
from Manchester PiccadillyCrossCountry19:00119:06
Going toTrainDeparture TimePlatformStatus
to Bristol Temple MeadsGreat Western Railway18:16218:19 This train has been delayed by congestion
to GloucesterGreat Western Railway18:223On time
to PlymouthCrossCountry18:23218:42 This train has been delayed by a problem currently under investigation
to London PaddingtonGreat Western Railway18:273On time
to SwanseaGreat Western Railway18:372On time
to LeedsCrossCountry18:443On time
to WestburyGreat Western Railway18:471On time
to London PaddingtonGreat Western Railway18:534On time
to Great MalvernGreat Western Railway18:563On time
to Bristol Temple MeadsCrossCountry19:04119:07