Clarks Village outlet shopping in Street, Somerset, is about 33 miles from Bristol, roughly 46 minutes' drive, and slightly less from the airport itself. There is no direct bus, so the only fast option is a taxi or your own car; the public transport route via Bristol city centre takes around two and a half hours. Checked 2026.
How far is Clarks Village from Bristol Airport?
Clarks Village sits in the market town of Street, next to Glastonbury, in Somerset. The confirmed driving distance from Bristol to Street is 33 miles (52.7 km), taking about 46 minutes by car. Bristol Airport is south of the city centre on the A38, which is broadly the direction of travel towards Street, so the drive from the terminal itself is typically similar or marginally shorter, depending on traffic on the A38 and A39.
Getting there by taxi
A taxi is the most practical way to reach Clarks Village directly from the airport, particularly if you are arriving with luggage and heading straight to the outlet village rather than into Bristol first. Taxis are available at the rank outside arrivals, and pre-booking with a local operator lets you agree a fixed fare in advance rather than relying on the meter. Our guide to Bristol Airport taxi options covers the difference between rank pickups and pre-booked transfers.
Getting there by public transport
There is no direct bus service between the airport and Clarks Village. The route involves taking the Airport Flyer into Bristol or Temple Meads, then changing onto a First Bristol, Bath & the West service (the 376 corridor towards Glastonbury and Street), with a further change usually required at Bristol Bus Station or Wells. Overall journey time by public transport is typically around two and a half hours, against under an hour by road, so this only makes sense if you are not in a hurry or are combining the trip with stops in Bristol or Wells along the way. Flyer times and fares are set out in our Airport Flyer bus guide.
Driving yourself
If you are hiring a car at the airport for a Somerset trip, Clarks Village is a straightforward run down the A38 and A39, with free customer parking on site at the outlet village. This route also passes close to Glastonbury, so many visitors combine outlet shopping with a stop at Glastonbury Tor or the town centre on the same trip. If you are weighing up hiring a car against leaving your own vehicle at the airport, see our Bristol Airport car parks comparison for current pricing.
What is at Clarks Village?
Clarks Village is a designer outlet shopping centre built around the original Clarks shoe factory in Street, with a mix of fashion, homeware and footwear outlets alongside cafes and restaurants. It is one of the larger outlet centres in the South West and draws day-trip shoppers from across Somerset, Bristol and Bath, as well as visitors extending a trip to nearby Glastonbury.
Quick comparison
| Method | Approx. time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi (pre-booked or rank) | 40-50 minutes | Fastest, door to door, fixed quotes available on request |
| Drive yourself / hire car | 40-50 minutes | Free customer parking on site at Clarks Village |
| Public transport (Flyer + local bus) | Around 2.5 hours | At least one change, better suited to a full-day trip |
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct bus from Bristol Airport to Clarks Village?
No. You need to take the Airport Flyer into Bristol or Temple Meads first, then connect onto a local bus service towards Street. The full journey takes around two and a half hours.
How long is the taxi journey from Bristol Airport to Clarks Village?
Around 40 to 50 minutes in normal traffic, making a taxi or drive the only realistic option if you want to keep the trip under an hour.
Is there parking at Clarks Village?
Yes, free customer parking is available on site.
Can I combine Clarks Village with Glastonbury on the same trip from the airport?
Yes. Glastonbury is a short additional drive from Street, and many visitors combine outlet shopping with a stop at Glastonbury Tor or the town centre.
Is it cheaper to take the bus than a taxi to Clarks Village?
The bus fare itself is lower, but given the length of the journey and the need to change services, most visitors travelling directly from the airport find a taxi or hire car better value for the time saved.
What is Clarks Village known for?
It is a designer outlet shopping centre built on the site of the original Clarks shoe factory in Street, Somerset, with fashion, footwear and homeware outlets plus cafes.