- Must visit
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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
$31
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 49 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from York to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Bristol will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 7 buses that leave York for Bristol on Wed, Jun 03, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 7 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $130 Average price | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 York to Bristol:
A bus is $98 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Bristol costing on average $130 (€105).
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 45m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:58AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 7h47 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:59AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 7h41 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:13AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 8h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:38AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 10h32 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:01AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 7h44 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:51AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 8h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:11PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 8h04 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:31PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 7h44 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:11PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 8h04 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:21PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:31PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 7h49 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:13PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 9h37 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:56PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 9h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:12PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 12h03 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:12PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 14h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
The table below shows live departures for York to Bristol buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 AM York, Train Station | 8h55 | 3:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
YC843 · NX133 · NX100 | Delayed 6:59 AM York, Station Rd | 7h41 | 8:15 PM 8:15 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM York, Train Station | 8h20 | 4:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX561 · NX131 · NX101 | On time 9:00 AM York, Station Rd | 7h00 | 4:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2 transfers | |
YC840 · NX426 · NX040 | On time 9:38 AM York, Station Rd | 10h32 | 8:10 PM Bristol, University Queens Road | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX040 | On time 11:55 AM York, Station Rd | 11h30 | 11:25 PM Bristol, University Queens Road | 1 transfer | |
NX561 · NX131 · NX100 | Delayed 11:55 AM York, Station Rd | 8h00 | 8:15 PM 8:15 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2 transfers | |
YC843 · NX131 · NX100 | On time 1:11 PM York, Station Rd | 8h04 | 9:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2 transfers | |
YC843 · NX131 · NX100 | On time 2:31 PM York, Station Rd | 7h49 | 10:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM York, Train Station | 7h50 | 11:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
YC843 · NX426 · NX040 | On time 4:13 PM York, Station Rd | 9h37 | 1:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2 transfers | |
YC840 · NX561 · NX040 | On time 4:56 PM York, Station Rd | 9h54 | 2:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 2 transfers | |
YC843 · NX466 · NX040 | On time 10:12 PM York, Station Rd | 14h28 | 12:40 PM Bristol, University Queens Road | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM York, Train Station | 9h20 | 9:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
![]() | 12:45 AM York | 8h30 | 9:15 AM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from York to Bristol run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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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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