Bristol Airport taxi quick facts
-Welcome Pickups: Private transfers from Bristol Airport to the city start from £60 (€70.75), with space for up to 4 passengers in a standard sedan. For up to 7 passengers, the price starts at £95 (€112.05). Passengers are collected from a prearranged meeting point.
-Taxi prices: Expect to pay £49 (€57.80) for a taxi into the city center around the Broadmead area.
-Trip time: By car, the journey into Bristol city takes around 20 minutes, as long as traffic isn’t heavy.
-Rank location: The main taxi collection point, operated by Zoom Cars, is in front of the main access doors on the upper floor of the Transport Interchange.
Zoom Cars is the main taxi provider at Bristol Airport and handles operations at the rank.
A ride to the city center should last about 20 minutes and costs roughly £49 (€57.80), before you add extra parking and toll fees. If you arrange a ride with Welcome, you get a fixed-price ride for £60 (€70.75), and this rate includes all charges.
You can book a Bristol Airport taxi through the Zoom Cars booth at the airport, or visit their website to request a quote and wait for a response. This can take some time and may not be ideal for those in a rush. If you’d rather get an instant price, Welcome’s website has an integrated quote system where you enter your trip details, find out the cost immediately, and pay then and there.
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How much does a Bristol Airport taxi cost?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROM BRISTOL AIRPORT TO BRISTOL CITY CENTER | 49 € | € | 20 MIN |
| FROM BRISTOL AIRPORT TO BATH | € | € | 45 MIN |
| FROM BRISTOL AIRPORT TO CARDIFF | € | € | 65 MIN |
How much does a Bristol Airport taxi cost?
You will pay around £49 (€57.80) for a Bristol Airport taxi with luggage. Confirm if extra £8.50 (€10) parking charges and toll fees (if any) are to be added to your final bill.
Rather than metered fares, Zoom Cars set fixed fares based on the departure time, driver availability, demand, and the hotel’s postcode. However, in some cases, they may quote an approximate amount.
You can request a quote via the Zoom Cars website and pay through a payment link, or book at their official Bristol Airport booth and pay by card or cash.
If you’d rather travel with a company that keeps pricing the same day and night and includes all fees in its initial quote, you can book a Welcome Pickups transfer from £60 (€70.75). This option fits up to four passengers, or you can upgrade to a larger minivan for 7 people from £95 (€112.05) if needed.
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What to expect from your Bristol Airport transfer with Welcome Pickups
From extra vehicle features to arrival perks, these are some benefits that are included with a Welcome transfer from Bristol Airport.
-60 minutes of complimentary waiting time after you land, plus flight monitoring to account for delays.
-Free cancellation on all journeys up to 24 hours before your arrival.
-Fixed-price rates from £60 (€70.75), including all taxes, charges, and luggage fees.
-Selected pickup points on the grounds of Bristol Airport where your driver meets you.
-Fluent English-speaking drivers with strong knowledge of Bristol’s road network.
-The option to add a child seat if traveling with younger passengers.
-Different vehicle types, including sedans (up to 4 passengers) and minivans (up to 7 passengers).
Wondering what happens after you reserve a Welcome transfer? Here’s what to expect, step by step.
-Complete your reservation and get an email with your driver’s photo and phone number.
-From the moment you take off, your driver monitors your flight and can adjust the pickup schedule if you’re due to land late.
-As you enter the arrivals area at BRS, check Welcome’s email or app for the collection point, then head there to meet your driver.
-Once you find your driver, they’ll help with your luggage and make sure you’re prepared for the ride to Bristol.
-Get comfortable as you head to the city center in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle.
Where is Bristol Airport’s taxi rank located?
To find the taxi rank at Bristol Airport, go to the Drop Off & Pick Up Car Park, which is on the upper floor of the Transport Interchange. As you walk out of the main entry doors, you will see a queue of taxis with yellow ‘Zoom’ stickers.
Before heading to the taxi rank, visit the Zoom Cars office to arrange your ride. It’s in the forecourt, between arrivals and the Transport Interchange. Staff will ask for your hotel postcode, the number and size of your luggage, and group size, then provide a price quote; you can pay by debit card, credit card, or cash.
The main Bristol Airport taxi types include standard saloon and comfort vehicles, as well as 6- and 8-seaters for larger groups. Bookings can be made around the clock, as long as vehicles are available.
What destinations can you reach from Bristol Airport?
Welcome’s pre-booked transfers from Bristol Airport give you easy access to some of the UK’s best-known places, including Bath, Stonehenge and Cheltenham.
-Bath: If Georgian architecture and ancient Roman baths are your thing, you’ll find both in Bath, a 30 km (40-minute) ride from Bristol Airport. Welcome’s Bath transfers start from £76 (€89.65).
-Stonehenge: Discover the historic wonder of Stonehenge, one of the UK’s most famous sites, with transfers from £233 (€274.80) with Welcome. The journey is 88.5 km and takes 85 minutes.
-Cheltenham: Cheltenham’s rich spa culture and famed horse-racing legacy make it a hugely popular year-round holiday destination. Travel from £150 (€176.90) by private transfer from BRS to Cheltenham in 75 minutes (85 km).
Which things should you know before landing at Bristol Airport?
- Provide accurate details about luggage and group size. If they are not correct on arrival, the price may increase.
- If you cancel a taxi trip after Zoom Cars has already sent the driver to collect you, you'll still be charged the full amount.
- Choose your pickup time carefully, as you only have 30 minutes of waiting time for international arrivals and 15 minutes for domestic ones.
- When traveling back to Bristol Airport, you're free to take a regular cab rather than arrange a Zoom Cars taxi. As the airport lies beyond the council boundary, drivers aren't required to use the meter and may charge a fixed amount. Fares typically cost between £35 (€41.30) and £39 (€46).