The cheapest and fastest buses from Nottingham to Bristol
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
194 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nottingham to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Bristol will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Bristol without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX133 · NX100
NX132 · NX100
NX150 · NX101
NX152 · NX100
NX180 · NX101Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €72 Average price |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Nottingham to Bristol Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Live departures
Nottingham to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Bristol buses for today, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 8h30 | 3:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h45 | 3:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 7h50 | 4:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h35 | 4:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX133 · NX100 | On time 10:40 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h00 | 2:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 8h00 | 7:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 7h45 | 7:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 8h30 | 8:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 8h05 | 8:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX152 · NX100 | On time 12:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h00 | 5:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h15 | 9:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX150 · NX100 | On time 3:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 6h15 | 9:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h30 | 11:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 7h20 | 11:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h15 | 12:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Nottingham | 6h35 | 11:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 6h25 | 11:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX132 · NX100 | On time 5:50 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h30 | 10:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Nottingham, Millennium Way East (Phoenix Park P+R) | 8h55 | 3:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX183 · NX100 | On time 7:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 8h10 | 3:35 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 AM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 7h45 | 10:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h30 | 10:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX180 · NX101 | 4:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h20 | 9:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Bristol
Buses from Nottingham to Bristol run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Nottingham to BristolYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Bristol with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nottingham to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Nottingham, Greyfriar Gate / Albion St, which is located around 0.5 miles (827 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus), located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Clifton Suspension Bridge, an iconic 19th-century suspension bridge offering panoramic views of the Avon Gorge
- Bristol Cathedral, a historic cathedral with stunning Gothic architecture and serene gardens
- SS Great Britain, a restored 19th-century passenger steamship and museum located in the Great Western Dockyard
- Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, a museum featuring diverse collections of art, archaeology, and natural history
- St Nicholas Market, a vibrant market with a variety of food stalls, independent shops, and local crafts.
- Bristol Zoo Gardens, a family-friendly attraction with diverse animal exhibits
- Take a boat tour along the River Avon for unique views of the city
- Explore the street art in the Stokes Croft area, known for its vibrant murals and graffiti
- Visit the Arnolfini, a contemporary arts center with exhibitions and performances
- Enjoy a leisurely walk or picnic in Brandon Hill Park, home to the historic Cabot Tower.
- 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.
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- 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).
- 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 Nottingham to Bristol
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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