To get to Portishead from Bristol Airport, you can take a taxi or use public transport. A taxi from Bristol Airport to Portishead will take around 30-40 minutes depending on traffic. Taxis are available from the official rank at Bristol Airport, operated by Zoom Cars. You can also book a taxi in advance with a local firm such as Tick Taxi, a partner, which may be cheaper. However, the exact price and duration of the taxi ride with Tick Taxi could not be confirmed.
Taxi Options
Taxis are a convenient option, but it's worth considering that traffic can be heavy at peak times.
Pre-booking a Taxi
Pre-booking a taxi with a local firm can be cheaper than using the official rank. For example, Tick Taxi offers fixed fares from Bristol Airport to various destinations, including Heathrow Airport.
Public Transport Options
There is no direct public transport from Bristol Airport to Portishead. You can take the A1 Airport Flyer coach from the airport to Bristol city centre, and then take a bus or taxi from there to Portishead. The A1 Airport Flyer coach runs 24 hours a day and takes around 30-40 minutes to reach the city centre.
Bus and Coach Services
The A1 Airport Flyer coach is the cheapest public transport option from Bristol Airport to the city centre, with an adult single ticket from £9.50. You can then take a bus or taxi from the city centre to Portishead. The coach runs with frequencies of up to every 8 minutes at peak times.
For more information on public transport options, see our public transport page.
It's also a good idea to check for any roadworks or traffic updates before you travel, as this can affect the duration of your journey.