The quickest way from Bristol Airport to the Memorial Stadium is a taxi, typically 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic and a little more than the standard city-centre fare since Horfield sits a few miles further north. There is no direct bus or train from the airport to the ground: the practical public transport route is the A1 Airport Flyer coach into the city, then a local train to Ashley Down or Filton Abbey Wood, or a First Bus service along Filton Avenue. Facts checked against Bristol Rovers FC's own matchday travel pages, October 2026.
Where is the Memorial Stadium?
The Memorial Stadium, home of Bristol Rovers FC since 1996, sits on Filton Avenue in Horfield, north Bristol. The postcode is BS7 0BF. It's a separate venue from Ashton Gate, the stadium used by Bristol City and the Bristol Bears, so double-check which ground your match is at before you book transport.
Bristol Airport to the Memorial Stadium: options compared
| Option | Time | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked or rank taxi | 30-45 min | A little above the standard city-centre fare (see our taxis guide) | Fastest, door to door, no changes |
| A1 Flyer + train | 60-75 min | From £9.50 (Flyer) + train fare | Flyer to Temple Meads, then train to Ashley Down or Filton Abbey Wood |
| A1 Flyer + local bus | 60-80 min | From £9.50 (Flyer) + bus fare | Flyer to the Bus Station, then First Bus 72, 73, 74 or 77 |
Taxi: the simplest option
A taxi or pre-booked private hire car is the only way to go kerb to kerb, with no changes and no walk at the end. Horfield is further from the airport than the city centre (which itself is an 8-mile trip), so budget a bit more time and fare than our city centre comparison sets out, and confirm the price with the operator before you travel. Drop-off on match days should be on Filton Avenue, since that's the main vehicular access to the ground. See our Zoom Cars vs Tick Taxi comparison for the airport's two main taxi options and how to book either in advance.
By train: change at Temple Meads
Bristol Airport has no railway station of its own. Take the A1 Airport Flyer coach to Bristol Temple Meads (around 26-30 minutes from the airport), then a local train onward. According to Bristol Rovers' own travel guidance:
- Ashley Down is the nearest station to the Memorial Stadium, served from Temple Meads and Gloucester, and it's about a 20-minute walk to the ground from there.
- Filton Abbey Wood and Montpelier are the next-nearest stations, both under 3km from the Mem, with services also running from Cardiff Central and Taunton.
This is a workable option if you're coming from further afield and already changing trains at Temple Meads, but it involves at least two changes from the airport, so it's rarely quicker than a taxi unless you're combining the trip with sightseeing in the city centre first.
By bus: First Bus services on Filton Avenue
Once you're in central Bristol (via the A1 Flyer to the Bus Station), First Bus services 72, 73, 74 and 77 stop within 50 metres of the Memorial Stadium on Filton Avenue, running every seven to nine minutes combined on a typical matchday. Services 17, 71, 75, 76 and T2 stop a short walk away at the top of Gloucester Road. Bristol Rovers' club site recommends the TravelWest journey planner for current times.
Parking at the Memorial Stadium
There is no general supporter car park at the stadium itself. The club points fans toward the Tesco Superstore on Lime Trees Road, about a 15-minute walk from the ground, as a paid alternative. If you're driving from the airport rather than taking a taxi, build the walk into your timing and check Tesco's own parking terms before you leave the car there on a matchday.
Cycling and e-scooters
The stadium has secure racks for up to 50 bicycles on matchdays. Dott is the only authorised e-scooter operator in Bristol, and there's dedicated Dott parking next to the ticket office in the stadium's north-east section.
FAQs
What is the postcode for the Memorial Stadium?
BS7 0BF, on Filton Avenue in Horfield, north Bristol. This is Bristol Rovers FC's home ground, separate from Ashton Gate.
Is there a direct bus from Bristol Airport to the Memorial Stadium?
No. Take the A1 Airport Flyer into the city centre, then a First Bus service (72, 73, 74 or 77) along Filton Avenue, or a local train to Ashley Down.
What's the nearest train station to the Memorial Stadium?
Ashley Down, about a 20-minute walk from the ground, served from Bristol Temple Meads and Gloucester. Filton Abbey Wood and Montpelier are the next-nearest options.
How long does a taxi take from Bristol Airport to the Memorial Stadium?
Typically 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic, a little longer than the airport's standard city-centre run since Horfield is further north. Confirm the fare with your driver or operator before you travel.
Can I park at the Memorial Stadium on matchday?
There's no general supporter car park at the ground. The club suggests the Tesco Superstore on Lime Trees Road, about a 15-minute walk away, as the nearest paid alternative.
Is the Memorial Stadium the same as Ashton Gate?
No. The Memorial Stadium in Horfield is home to Bristol Rovers FC. Ashton Gate, on the other side of the city, is home to Bristol City FC and the Bristol Bears. Check your ticket before booking transport.