With a population of 430,713, Bristol is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 8 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bristol has to offer.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Ivy Clifton Brasserie (42-44 Caledonia Place) and Mediterranevm Congresbury (Weston Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Koocha Mezze Bar (203 B Cheltenham Road The Arches) and Caribbean Croft (30 Stokes Croft) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Bristol.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bristol in July, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 94 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Bristol, with an average rainfall of 51 mm.
When flying to Bristol, you’ll arrive at Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Bristol from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 21h 05m.
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Bristol, followed by Great Western Railway. The train journey from Bristol to London takes 1h 35m and costs around S$ 50 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about S$ 131 for a 6h 18m trip. Located 0.5 miles from the city centre, Bristol Temple Meads is the busiest station in Bristol. Another popular train station is Bristol Parkway, located 5 miles from the centre.
Another option to get to Bristol is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 106 miles from Bristol. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bristol, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Exeter, the bus ride to Bristol takes 110 miles and will cost you around S$ 15. From London, the ticket costs about S$ 15 for a journey of 110 miles. The most popular bus station is Bristol Frenchay Campus, located 4 miles from the city centre of Bristol. Bristol Uwe (entrance North) is also a commonly used station, and is 4 miles from the city centre.
From 5-star hotels such as the The Bear & Swan to great affordable options like the Hillcroft Accommodation, Bristol offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 147 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 202 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Bridge Inn and Hathway House.
Expect to pay S$ 2.51 per litre in Bristol (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 30.12 and S$ 40.16. The most frequently booked car type in Bristol is Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.