To visit the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol, you have a number of options depending on your point of departure and preferred mode of travel:
For drivers, the bridge is located to the west of Bristol city centre. Use the postcode BS8 3PA for your GPS. There's a toll for vehicles to cross the bridge, but pedestrians and cyclists can cross for free.
The following bus services stop near the Clifton Suspension Bridge:
Bristol has a number of dedicated cycle paths. Bicycles are permitted to cross the bridge without any charge. Secure bike parking is available in the visitor centre car park.
If you're coming by train, the nearest station is Bristol Temple Meads. From there, you can take a bus or taxi to the bridge. The bridge is approximately 2 miles from the city centre, making it a manageable walk for those who prefer to explore on foot.
Many visitors choose to walk to the Clifton Suspension Bridge and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Clifton and the Avon Gorge. The bridge is accessible from Clifton Village as well as from the Leigh Woods side on the Somerset bank.
For additional help, you can visit the Bristol Tourist Information Centre located at E Shed, 1 Canon's Road, Bristol, BS1 5TX.
For more details about the Clifton Suspension Bridge, including its history and events: