Getting Around, Weston Super Mare Travel, Transport and Car Rental

(Weston Super Mare, North Somerset, England, UK)

Public transport around Weston Super Mare is in good order and the town is located close to a major international airport. Around Weston Super Mare itself, driving is easy and many scenic routes are available, although if you do not have a car, travel by bus is both reliable and cheap.

The town's train station stands in the very heart of Weston Super Mare and travels to many towns and cities all over England and beyond. Bus and rail cards are a good option if you intend to use these services extensively and can be purchased for set periods, offering considerable discounts.

Bristol Airport (BRS) / Arriving by Air

Address: Bristol, Somerset, BS48 3DY, England, UK
Tel: +44 (0)870 121 2747
Bristol Airport (BRS) lies approximately 26 km / 16 miles to the east of Weston Super Mare and can be reached in around 30 minutes, along the A370 and A371. The airport is the south-west's main gateway and flies to many cities all over Europe and also further field.

Trains

Train transport in North Somerset is one of the fastest ways to travel and the Weston Super Mare train station is located along Station Approach, off Station Road, Drove Road, and close to the Beach Road (A370). Local trains are operated by First Great Western and travel to many UK train stations, including Bath Spa, Bristol Temple Meads, Clevedon, Portishead, Yatton and London Paddington.

Buses and Coaches

First Traveller buses run all around the town and connect many nearby destinations, such as Bath, Bristol, Clevedon, Long Ashton and Nailsea. The bus station is located along High Street, while various coach services operate from other locations around the area, including the Winterstoke Commercial Centre.

Car Rental and Parking

Renting and driving a car around this part of North Somerset is without doubt the best way to travel. The roads in the town are fairly easy to navigate and there are plenty of car parks and parking spaces, with some on-street parking spots nearby being free of charge. One of the most popular places to park in Weston Super Mare is along the seafront, where the uninterrupted views are breathtaking. Many people choose to pull up here for a bite to eat without even leaving the car, and parking fees are extremely cheap out of season. Weston Super Mare is conveniently close to the M5 motorway.

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Taxis

Taxis are a convenient way to travel short distances around Weston Super Mare and a popular taxi rank is sited alongside the train station. However, many people simply choose to order local taxis by phone and most will have available cabs waiting if required.