Bristol Parkway is a mainline railway station serving the city of Bristol, England. It is located north of the city in the Stoke Gifford area. Bristol Parkway station is one of two mainline stations in the Bristol area, with Bristol Temple Meads located in the city's centre. Many famous landmarks are on the doorstep of Bristol Parkway, including Brunel's SS Great Britain, Clifton Suspension Bridge, and Cabot Tower.
Bristol Parkway Station is the quieter of the two mainline stations in Bristol, with 1.82 million passengers passing through the station in 2022/23.
From Bristol Parkway Station, you can travel to nearby cities and towns, and across the UK with regular services operated by CrossCountry and Great Western Railway. CrossCountry trains that pass through Bristol Parkway run between Bristol Temple Meads and Manchester Piccadilly Bristol/Plymouth and Edinburgh Waverley
Station Area Map
Bristol Parkway Station is located on Station Approach Road off Hatchet Road in the city and county of Bristol in the South West of England. The train station is north of Bristol city centre, in Stoke Gifford. Bristol Parkway Station is one of two mainline stations in the city of Bristol, with Bristol Temple Meads a 10-minute train ride from Bristol Parkway.
Bristol Parkway Station is managed by Great Western Railway with 4 platforms.
Platform 1 serves southbound trains towards Bristol Temple Meads, Platform 2 serves westbound trains towards Wales and Bristol Temple Meads, Platform 3 serves mainly inter-city trains towards London and Birmingham New Street, while platform 4 is usually reserved for local services.
Local and inter-city train services operate from Bristol Parkway Station, with destinations including London, Edinburgh, and Manchester.
Hotels Near Bristol Parkway Station
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Bristol - Filton
DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol North
Aztec Hotel & Spa
Station Details and Facilities
Address
Station Approach Road off Hatchet Road,
Stoke Gifford,
City of Bristol
BS34 8PU
General Information
Staffing Level
Meeting point: Gateline.
- Monday to Friday – 04:30 to 01:45
- Saturday – 05:00 to 01:15
- Sunday – 05:30 to 01:45
Tickets and Travel Information
You can book tickets with Split My Fare. You will have the option to receive e-Tickets via email or collect your tickets from the self-service ticket machines at Bristol Parkway Train Station.
Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening Hours
In ticket hall/first floor.
- Monday to Friday – 06:00 to 20:00
- Saturday – 07:00 to 18:00
- Sunday – 08:30 to 19:00
Accessible Ticket Machines
Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
Height-adjusted ticket counter
A height-adjusted ticket counter is not available at this station.
Induction Loop
The ticket office has an induction loop.
Penalty Fares
Penalty fares apply for Great Western Railway.
Station Facilities
ATM
An ATM machine is available at the station.
Waiting Room
Waiting room is closed until further notice.
Baby Change
Baby change facilities are available at the station.
Telephones
Public telephones are accessible.
National Key toilets
The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
Accessibility
Assistance
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.
Ramp For Train Access
A ramp for train access is available at the station.
Step Free Access
Step-free Category A station - This station has step-free access to all the platforms via lifts from the main station entrance.
Step Free Access
All entrances are step-free, and lifts connect the two levels.
Wheelchairs
Wheelchairs are available at the station.
WiFi
Connect to "GWR Free Station WiFi"
Parking
Opening hours
- Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day
- Saturday 24 Hours a Day
- Sunday 24 Hours a Day
Number of spaces
1140
Accessible car park equipment
Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided.
Accessible ticket machine is available at the car park. Step free access from the car park to the station via a lift.
Cycle Parking
Storage Sheltered
Yes
Storage location
Front of station
Storage spaces
156
Situated in the under ground car park. Please note Cycles can be carried on our trains free of charge.
Storage CCTV
Yes
Lost Property
Register your lost property with Great Western Railway Lost Property. It can take several days for items to turn up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Parkway station in Bristol?
Bristol Parkway Station is located north of Bristol City Centre in Stoke Gifford.
What facilities are at Bristol Parkway Station?
Bristol Parkway Station offers numerous facilities, including ATMs, Telephones, a Postbox, WiFi, Shops, Toilets, Baby Changing Facilities, and Waiting Rooms.
How many platforms are there at Bristol Parkway?
Bristol Parkway Station is managed by Great Western Railway with 4 platforms.
Platform 1 serves southbound trains towards Bristol Temple Meads, Platform 2 serves westbound trains towards Wales and Bristol Temple Meads, Platform 3 serves mainly inter-city trains towards London and Birmingham New Street, while platform 4 is usually reserved for local services.
Do you have to pre-book parking at Bristol Parkway?
You don't have to pre-book parking at Bristol Parkway Station, 1140 spaces are available and can be paid for at a ticket machine.