A taxi from Bristol Airport to the city centre is typically around £35 to £55 off-peak, taking 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic on the A38. The official rank sits directly outside the arrivals exit, run by Arrow Cars, with a booking office opposite the terminal. Uber and Bolt are available too. Prices checked August 2026.
The official rank and booking office
Arrow Cars is the airport's official private-hire partner. As you leave the arrivals hall on the ground floor, the taxi rank and the Arrow Cars booking office are directly outside the exit, near the special assistance desk and opposite Caffe Ritazza. You can walk up and take a car from the rank, or book at the desk. At busy times, pre-booking is worth it because the price is agreed in advance and a driver is held for your flight.
Metered and quoted fares
Fares to Bristol are usually quoted or metered at around £35 to £55 off-peak. They rise higher, £70 or more, on weekend evenings, bank holidays, or when several flights land together and demand spikes. If you pre-book, you fix the price up front, which removes the risk of a surge when you land late at night.
Typical fares to the city and beyond
The Bristol city-centre range below is sourced. Other destinations are indicative and should be confirmed with the operator when you book, since Bristol Airport is a long way from some of these places and fares vary with time of day.
| Destination | Driving time | Indicative taxi fare |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol city centre | 25 to 40 min | £35 to £55 |
| Bristol Temple Meads | 30 to 40 min | £35 to £55 |
| Bath | 45 to 60 min | £45 to £70 |
| Weston-super-Mare | 25 to 35 min | £40 to £60 |
| Cardiff | 50 to 65 min | £90 to £130 |
For the full list of destinations, distances and driving times, see the popular routes page.
Uber, Bolt and ride-hailing
Uber and Bolt both operate at Bristol Airport, collecting from a designated rideshare pickup zone a short walk from the arrivals exit. Follow the in-app directions and the signage to reach it. Since 2 January 2026, Uber has added 20 percent VAT to UK fares under the operator model, and that is already included in the price you are shown. Late at night the number of available drivers drops, so for an early or unsociable-hour flight a pre-booked car is the safer bet.
When a taxi beats the alternatives
If you are two or more people with luggage, a taxi often costs about the same per head as the coach once you have paid separate fares, and it takes you to the door rather than a city-centre stop. It is also the simplest choice late at night. If you are travelling solo and light, the cheaper options are on the public transport page, where the 24-hour A1 Airport Flyer starts from £9.50. If someone is dropping you off by car instead, compare the drop-off charges first, because there is no free kerbside drop at the terminal.
Taxi FAQs
How much is a taxi from Bristol Airport to the city centre? Around £35 to £55 off-peak from the official Arrow Cars rank, with a journey of 25 to 40 minutes. Fares can pass £70 on weekend evenings and when several flights land at once.
Where is the taxi rank at Bristol Airport? Directly outside the arrivals exit on the ground floor, with the Arrow Cars booking office opposite the terminal, near the special assistance desk.
Does Uber work at Bristol Airport? Yes. Uber and Bolt both collect from a designated rideshare zone a short walk from arrivals. Since 2 January 2026 Uber includes 20 percent VAT in the fare shown. Driver numbers thin out late at night.
Can I use a child car seat in an airport taxi? Arrow Cars and pre-booked private hire can provide child seats on request. Confirm this when you book, as any fee should be agreed in advance.
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Last verified August 2026 by the Bristol Airport Guide editorial team. Prices and timetables change, so confirm the specifics on the official Bristol Airport website before you travel.