The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Minehead
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Minehead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Minehead will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bristol for Minehead on Thu, Dec 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct buses cover the 67 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 39 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest buses will take 4 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Minehead
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Minehead 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 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Bristol to Minehead Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:54PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:09PM | Duration 4h34 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Live departures
Bristol to Minehead bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Minehead buses for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX502 · TM28 | 3:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h34 | 8:09 PM Minehead, Butlins | 1 transfer | |
NX502 · TM28 | 3:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h29 | 8:04 PM Minehead, Bancks Street / The Parade | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, December 11 | |||||
![]() | 9:20 AM Bristol | 3h39 | 12:59 PM Minehead | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Minehead
Buses from Bristol to Minehead run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:22, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 12m |
First bus 05:22 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to MineheadYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Minehead with National Express for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Minehead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Minehead 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 Minehead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- 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.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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