The fastest way from Bristol Airport to Bristol Beacon is a taxi direct to the venue, about 20 to 30 minutes for £35 to £55 off-peak. The cheapest way is the A1 Airport Flyer coach to Bristol Bus and Coach Station, which is about 800 metres, roughly a 10-minute walk, from the venue's doors. Facts checked against Bristol Beacon's own site, October 2026.
Where is Bristol Beacon?
Bristol Beacon, the concert hall formerly known as Colston Hall, is at Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR, in the city centre, with a second entrance on Colston Street. It hosts orchestral concerts, gigs, comedy and more across four spaces: Beacon Hall, Lantern Hall, Weston Stage and Bridgehouse.
Bristol Airport to Bristol Beacon: options compared
| Option | Time | Price | Drops you |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi (rank or pre-booked) | 20-30 min | £35-55 off-peak, £70+ when busy | At the venue door, Trenchard Street or Colston Street |
| A1 Airport Flyer | 30-40 min to the Bus Station, plus a 10-min walk | From £9.50 single | Bristol Bus and Coach Station, 800m away |
| Ride-hailing (Uber/Bolt) | 20-30 min | ~£40, surging to £50-60 | At the venue, pickup zone a short walk from arrivals at the airport end |
Taxi: straight to the door
A taxi from the rank (Zoom Cars) or a pre-booked operator such as Tick Taxi takes you directly to Bristol Beacon's entrances on Trenchard Street or Colston Street, with no walk at the other end. This is the same fare bracket as the airport's standard city-centre run, £35 to £55 off-peak, rising past £70 when several flights land close together. See our Zoom Cars vs Tick Taxi comparison for how to book either in advance, which is worth doing if you have a fixed curtain-up or doors time to make.
One thing to flag if you're driving yourself rather than taking a taxi: Bristol Beacon sits inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone, so check whether your own vehicle would be charged. This doesn't affect licensed taxis, which are compliant.
The cheapest option: A1 Flyer plus a short walk
The A1 Airport Flyer runs 24 hours a day and terminates at Bristol Bus and Coach Station, which Bristol Beacon's own site lists as 800 metres from the venue, about a 10-minute walk via the city centre promenade. A single Flyer fare starts from £9.50, a return £16, with departures up to every 8 minutes at peak times. This is the better option if you're travelling solo or on a tight budget and don't mind the short walk at the end, though it's worth allowing extra time if you're attending an evening performance and want to avoid rushing. Full timetable details are on our public transport page.
From Bristol Temple Meads instead
If you're arriving by train rather than flying in, Bristol Beacon is about 1.6km (a mile) west of Temple Meads, with the most direct walking route via Queen Square. The A1 Flyer also calls at Temple Meads on its way from the airport, so you can pick the stop that suits your onward journey.
Which should you choose?
- Fixed showtime and want certainty - a pre-booked taxi gets you to the door with no walk and no timetable to catch.
- Travelling light and on a budget - the A1 Flyer to the Bus Station, then a 10-minute walk, is the cheapest route by a wide margin.
- Landing late or flying out early the next morning - the Flyer's 24-hour timetable is the most dependable option either way.
Parking near Bristol Beacon
If someone's driving you, or you're renting a car at the airport and driving into town yourself, the Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is about 50 metres from the venue, with pay machines at the pedestrian entrances. Remember the Clean Air Zone charge may apply to your own vehicle, separate from the parking fee.
FAQs
What is the postcode for Bristol Beacon?
BS1 5AR, on Trenchard Street in central Bristol, with a second entrance on Colston Street.
How do I get from Bristol Airport to Bristol Beacon?
The fastest way is a taxi direct to the venue, 20 to 30 minutes for £35 to £55 off-peak. The cheapest way is the A1 Airport Flyer coach to Bristol Bus and Coach Station, then an 800-metre walk, about 10 minutes.
Is Bristol Beacon the same as Colston Hall?
Yes. Bristol Beacon is the current name for the venue previously known as Colston Hall, on the same site in the city centre.
Is there parking at Bristol Beacon?
The nearest car park is the Trenchard Street multi-storey, about 50 metres from the venue. Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone, so check whether your vehicle would be charged.
How far is Bristol Beacon from Bristol Temple Meads station?
About 1.6km (a mile), roughly a 20-minute walk via Queen Square, or a short taxi ride.
Does the A1 Airport Flyer stop at Bristol Beacon?
Not directly. It terminates at Bristol Bus and Coach Station, about 800 metres (a 10-minute walk) from the venue.