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M Shed
City museum on Bristol’s docks covering local history, people, transport and protest movements. A strong first stop for understanding the city.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Coventry to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Bristol will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
It's difficult to get from Coventry to Bristol without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX422 · NX100
NX400 · NX100
NX777 · NX102
NX707 · NX102
NX707 · NX101
NX777 · NX100Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. 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 $16, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m 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 Coventry to Bristol:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Coventry to Bristol costing on average $63 (€51).
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 56m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€17) compared to roughly $47 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25 (€20). The journey takes 2h 56m versus 2h 0m 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:59PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Bristol buses for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX707 · NX106 | 7:40 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h40 | 11:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
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NX422 · NX100 | On time 1:55 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 5h40 | 7:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX777 · NX101 | Delayed 11:30 AM 4:20 AMCoventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 5h30 | 9:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 5h10 | 1:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX400 · NX100 | On time 8:15 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h25 | 11:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX100 | On time 10:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h35 | 3:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 5h10 | 4:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX777 · NX102 | On time 12:30 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h30 | 4:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX102 | On time 12:30 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h30 | 4:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX101 | On time 2:30 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h50 | 6:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX777 · NX100 | On time 3:45 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h55 | 7:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h50 | 9:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX100 | On time 5:05 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h10 | 9:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 5h10 | 11:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 5h29 | 11:59 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX707 · NX106 | On time 7:25 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h55 | 11:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX777 · NX100 | On time 10:40 PM Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h55 | 3:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Coventry to Bristol run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) 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 25m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Bristol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bristol trip today.
City museum on Bristol’s docks covering local history, people, transport and protest movements. A strong first stop for understanding the city.
Major museum and gallery with archaeology, natural history, fine art and Egyptian collections near the University area.
Museum ship designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, one of Bristol’s signature attractions and a major piece of maritime engineering history.
Revitalized waterfront area with museums, public art, walking routes and some of the city’s most photogenic views.
Historic core of Bristol with narrow lanes, heritage buildings, street art and access to St Nicholas Market.
Elegant neighborhood of terraces, small streets and viewpoints near the Suspension Bridge, popular for strolling and architecture.
Traditional West Country cider is deeply tied to Bristol and the surrounding apple-growing region. It ranges from still to sparkling and is a classic local drink in pubs and cider houses.
A sweet enriched bun with currants and sugar, long associated with nearby Bath and commonly found across Bristol bakeries and tea rooms. It is a classic regional teatime treat.
England’s famous Cheddar comes from Somerset, close to Bristol. This firm cow’s milk cheese is a staple in the region and often featured on local cheeseboards and in pub dishes.
Popular steakhouse near the waterfront, known for wood-fired cooking, high-quality beef, and a lively modern dining room.
Highly regarded neighbourhood restaurant in Redland, celebrated for seasonal farm-to-table cooking and an intimate, ingredient-led approach.
Well-known destination restaurant by Josh Eggleton outside central Bristol, focused on refined seasonal British cooking in a polished countryside setting.
Moderate by UK standards. Dining and hotels cost less than London, but central areas can still be pricey.
Service is often included only at some restaurants. If not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not expected for pubs or counter service.
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Bristol Bus & Coach Station, Marlborough Street, Bristol -> Bristol Temple Meads Station, Bristol
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