Bristol Airport to Bristol City Centre Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Everything for your Bristol Airport to Bristol city centre transfer in one place: distance and journey time, fixed fares per vehicle, the meeting point in arrivals and the return trip.
Distance and journey time
The distance is about 9 miles (14 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 25 minutes; allow longer at rush hour, on Friday afternoons and on bank holiday weekends. The car follows the A38 north through Bedminster into the centre, reaching Temple Meads, the harbourside or Clifton in about 25 minutes.
About Bristol city centre
Common addresses are Temple Meads station, hotels on the harbourside and around Cabot Circus, Clifton and the university. The A38 into the city is busy at rush hour, which we allow for when you book a departure.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £34
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £48
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £58
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £92
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £102
Each fare covers the whole vehicle, however many seats you fill. Enter your date and address on the booking form to see your exact price before paying; traffic on the day does not change it.
Meeting your driver at Bristol Airport
Your driver tracks the flight and waits in the arrivals hall with your name on a sign. The first 60 minutes after landing are free and airport parking is already in the price, so a long passport or baggage queue costs you nothing. Bristol has a single terminal. The airport has no railway station, so most passengers leave by road.
Going back to the airport
For the journey from Bristol city centre to Bristol Airport, most travellers book a pickup about 2.5 hours before a short-haul flight and an hour earlier for long-haul. After the drive of about 25 minutes, that leaves around 2 hours at the airport for check-in, bag drop and security. Choose "Return" on the booking form to reserve both journeys at once, with a discount on the second.
More information
See our Bristol Airport transfers guide. Related routes: Bristol Airport to Bath and Bristol Airport to Cardiff.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Bristol Airport to Bristol city centre?
About 9 miles (14 km).
How long does the journey take?
About 25 minutes in normal traffic; longer at peak times.
How much is a taxi from Bristol Airport to Bristol city centre?
From about £34 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £58 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
Where will the driver meet me?
In the arrivals hall, holding a sign with your name. Waiting is free for 60 minutes after landing.
Are child seats available?
Yes, free of charge on request.
