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Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, art, and local collections in a grand building. A top all-round introduction to Bristol.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$37
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$82
Fastest journey on Oct 29
4 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
4 h 50 m
Buses on Oct 29
19
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bournemouth to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Bristol will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
It's difficult to get from Bournemouth to Bristol without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Bournemouth to Bristol run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 59 miles (96 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 59 miles (96 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 21 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bournemouth to Bristol.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Bristol buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX035 · NX040 | 7:15 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 6h05 | 1:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX201 | 8:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h55 | 2:25 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
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NX035 · NX201 | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 6h10 | 9:30 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h45 | 9:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h10 | 10:30 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX202 | 5:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h00 | 10:25 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX202 | 7:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h00 | 12:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h35 | 1:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX202 | 9:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h45 | 2:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX202 | 11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h00 | 4:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h15 | 4:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX040 | 12:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 7h50 | 8:20 PM Bristol, University Queens Road | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h50 | 5:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX202 | 1:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h05 | 6:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h55 | 7:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX202 | 3:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h05 | 8:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 6h05 | 9:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX040 | 4:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 6h55 | 11:25 PM Bristol, University Queens Road | 1 transfer | |
NX035 · NX202 | 5:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 5h45 | 11:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
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Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, art, and local collections in a grand building. A top all-round introduction to Bristol.
Historic passenger ship designed by Brunel. Explore decks, cabins, and dockside museum displays on one of Bristol’s most famous heritage attractions.
Purpose-built city history museum beside the floating harbour. It tells Bristol’s story through people, trade, protest, and everyday life.
Historic waterfront district with museums, boats, walks, and lively public spaces. Ideal for first-time visitors wanting Bristol’s signature atmosphere.
Elegant Georgian neighborhood of terraces, crescents, and village-like streets. A classic base for architecture, walks, and access to the bridge.
Panoramic viewpoint above the Avon Gorge near the suspension bridge. One of Bristol’s best free spots for dramatic landscapes and sunset photos.
A split-top white roll filled with roast beef, onions and gravy. A Bristol classic tied to the city’s old market and dockside workers.
Bristol’s own blue cheese, made in Somerset and long associated with the city. Rich, creamy and pungent, it reflects the region’s historic cheese trade.
Dry, still or sparkling cider made from West Country apples. Bristol’s pubs and cider houses make it a defining local drink with deep regional roots.
Historic harbourside restaurant in a converted shipping container. Celebrated for local seafood, oysters and relaxed waterside dining.
Michelin-starred fine dining known for modern British tasting menus, polished service and an intimate, special-occasion atmosphere.
Beloved casual eatery serving mezze and Middle Eastern plates. Lively, affordable and one of Bristol’s longest-established independent favourites.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels and dining are cheaper than London, but central stays, attractions, and transport can still add up for tourists.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafes: tipping is optional, small change appreciated.
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Most Bournemouth to Bristol buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, University Queens Road. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Bristol bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bristol, University Queens Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and eateries in vicinity.
Wi-Fi is available at Bristol, University Queens Road. ATMs are aTMs available at nearby locations.
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, University Queens Road.
Available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Wheelchair accessible via ramps.
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