To get from Bristol Airport to Southmead Hospital, you can take a taxi, which typically costs around £35 to £55 off-peak and takes 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. Alternatively, you can use ride-hailing apps such as Uber or Bolt, which collect from a designated zone near arrivals. For more information on taxis and ride-hailing, visit the taxis page. If you prefer public transport, you can take the A1 Airport Flyer coach to Bristol city centre and then take a taxi or bus to Southmead Hospital. For details on public transport options, visit the [public transport](/public transport/) page.
Getting to Southmead Hospital by Taxi
A taxi from Bristol Airport to Southmead Hospital can be booked through the official taxi service, Zoom Cars, or through a pre-booked local firm such as Tick Taxi. Zoom Cars has a booking office on the forecourt and pick-up bays on the top level of the Transport Interchange.
Pre-Booked Taxis
Pre-booked taxis can be cheaper than the official rank, as they do not pay an airport concession fee. For example, Tick Taxi offers fixed fares from Bristol Airport to various destinations, including the city centre and Heathrow Airport.
Public Transport Options
If you prefer to use public transport, you can take the A1 Airport Flyer coach to Bristol city centre and then take a taxi or bus to Southmead Hospital. The A1 Airport Flyer runs 24 hours a day and costs from £9.50 for an adult single ticket. For more information on public transport options, visit the [public transport](/public transport/) page.
Drop-Off and Pick-Up
If you are being dropped off or picked up at Bristol Airport, you can use the designated drop-off and pick-up area, which is located near the terminal building. For more information on drop-off and pick-up, visit the drop-off page.