The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Coventry
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Coventry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Coventry will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Coventry without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus5:20 PM7h05Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:25 AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station$271One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:35 AM6h00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)10:35 AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM5h10Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)6:25 PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:15 AM5h05Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)4:20 PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:20 PM6h20Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:40 AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
NX101 · NX7779:00 AM3h25Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:25 PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station$301One-way1 transfer
NX102 · NX77712:00 PM4h00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)4:00 PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station$301One-way1 transfer
NX101 · NX7071:15 PM4h05Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)5:20 PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station$291One-way1 transfer
NX104 · NX7073:45 PM4h05Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)7:50 PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station$291One-way1 transfer
NX100 · NX70710:50 AM4h15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)3:05 PMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station$291One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Coventry:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Coventry costing on average $59 (€48).
Other travel options to Coventry take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 43m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $46 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€20). The journey takes 3h 43m versus 1h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Bristol to Coventry Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Live departures
Bristol to Coventry bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Coventry buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX100 · NX707 | Delayed 6:40 AM 1:00 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h25 | 5:25 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h00 | 8:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h00 | 10:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX106 · NX707 | On time 5:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h30 | 10:20 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX777 | On time 9:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h25 | 12:25 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX100 · NX707 | On time 10:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h15 | 3:05 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h05 | 4:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX102 · NX777 | On time 12:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h00 | 4:00 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h10 | 6:25 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX707 | On time 1:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h05 | 5:20 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX100 · NX777 | On time 2:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h35 | 6:55 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX707 | On time 3:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h05 | 7:50 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h05 | 12:25 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h20 | 12:40 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h55 | 2:30 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX100 · NX707 | On time 9:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h50 | 2:10 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Coventry
Buses from Bristol to Coventry run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Bristol to CoventryYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Coventry with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $17 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Coventry
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Coventry by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Coventry, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bristol to Coventry
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
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