There is an aspiration for half-hourly services, with trains towards Bristol terminating alternately at  and , however due to the large sections of the Severn Beach Line which are single-track, and to the congested main line from Temple Meads, such frequency is not currently feasible. The enhancement scheme was given the go-ahead in July 2012 as part of the City Deal, whereby local councils would be given greater control over money by the government.
There's a wish for half-hourly services with trains to Bristol alternating terminations at  and , but due to single-track sections on the Severn Beach Line and the congested main line from Temple Meads, this frequency isn't feasible currently. The enhancement plan was authorized in July 2012 as part of the City Deal, where local councils would receive more control over government funds.