- Must visit
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 Aug 29
$11
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$27
Fastest journey on Aug 29
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
2 h 21 m
Buses on Aug 29
61
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bristol will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 61 buses from London to Bristol, including 58 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 171 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
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NX040Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 106 miles (171 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 London to Bristol:
A bus is $55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Bristol costing on average $69.
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 52m.
Tickets start at around $14 compared to roughly $75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $61. The journey takes 2h 52m versus 2h 30m 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 National Express, FlixBus, 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 12:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 3h06 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 5h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Bristol buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX032 · NX202 | 11:20 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h25 | 2:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX040 | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 2:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 2:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 12:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 3:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX200 | 12:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h15 | 3:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX502 | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 3:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 3:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 4:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 4:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 4:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 4:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX200 | 1:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h55 | 5:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 5:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 5:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 6:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 5:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 3:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h50 | 6:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 7:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 7:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 7:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 7:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 8:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 8:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 8:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 8:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 5:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h35 | 8:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 8:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 8:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 9:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 9:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 9:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 9:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 10:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 10:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 11:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 11:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 11:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 12:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 12:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 12:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 12:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 1:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h21 | 2:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h06 | 3:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
NX040 | 1:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 3:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX209 | 2:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 5:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 8:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 9:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:30 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 10:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 11:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 11:45 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 12:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 12:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 12:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 1:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 1:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 1:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from London to Bristol run on average 71 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 69 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 106 miles (171 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 106 miles (171 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Buses per day 71 |
Direct buses 69 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Bristol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bristol trip today.
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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Bristol Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) -> Bristol City Centre, Broadmead
There have been coach services from the capital to the West Country port of Bristol for centuries, although the advent of motor transport and a motorway has made travel from London a little speedier. Bristol is a major university city so there is a ready market for an economical alternative to the train and there are frequent direct buses from London Victoria Coach Station to Bristol seven days a week. Journey times are mostly just over two hours and 30 minutes, with departures available from early morning to late at night.
The UK's national bus operator, National Express, runs daily direct London to Bristol bus services from Victoria Coach Station. With a frequent direct bus timetable on this route, indirect connections are not a requirement for London to Bristol bus connections.
The fastest connections on the 118 mile route west from London to Bristol are the National Express late evening departures, reaching Bristol in two hours and twenty minutes. Depending on traffic conditions and departure times from London, other direct National Express services take from five minutes to an hour longer to reach Bristol.
The National Express daily timetable begins with a departure from London Victoria Coach Station at 7:30 a.m. and continues with buses to Bristol every hour in the morning, then every half hour in the afternoon and evening, until the final departure to Bristol Marlborough Street leaves London just before midnight.
Departure Bus Station: London Victoria Coach Station is located south-west of central London, with frequent city bus routes stopping on Elizabeth Street and Buckingham Palace Road and Underground services on three lines available at the nearby station. The station concourse has baggage storage facilities, coffee shops, a bakery, ATMs, a news vendor and taxi stands.
Arrival Bus Station: Bristol Marlborough Street Coach Station is located just north of Bristol city center, with public transport connections on local bus routes, stopping next to the station and nearby on Haymarket. Facilities on the station concourse include a coffee shop, bakery, news vendor, restrooms and taxi stands.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Bristol buses use the London, Victoria 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 London and Bristol bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
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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