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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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cheltenham to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Bristol will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 7 buses from Cheltenham to Bristol, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Fri, Nov 13 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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Buses from Cheltenham to Bristol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cheltenham to Bristol.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Bristol buses for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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NX444 · NX100 | 5:10 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 2h10 | 7:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
NX445 · NX100 | 6:35 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 2h10 | 8:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 1h25 | 8:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 · NX100 | 8:30 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1h35 | 10:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 9:20 AM Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 1h25 | 10:45 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 · NX104 | 10:15 AM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 2h25 | 12:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:20 PM Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 1h00 | 3:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX444 · NX101 | 3:00 PM Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 2h25 | 5:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
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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
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bristol.
Coach services regularly travel from the spa town of Cheltenham in Gloucestershire to Bristol in Somerset. Services are usually quick, with an average journey length of just over an hour to complete the 42-mile journey between destinations.
Travel between Cheltenham and Bristol is serviced by National Express, running from Cheltenham Royal Wells Bus Station to Bristol Marlborough Street where the main bus station is located.
The journey between Cheltenham Royal Wells Bus Station and Bristol Marlborough Street takes on average around one hour ten minutes, with the quickest journey taking one hour and the longest journey taking one hour 25 minutes.
There are regular services running between Cheltenham and Bristol with four buses traveling every day between the two destinations. These services run at the same time every day, including weekends. The first service of the day leaves Cheltenham Royal Wells bus station shortly after 8:00 a.m. and arrives at Bristol, Marlborough Street around an hour later. The last service of the day leaves Cheltenham Royal Wells bus station just after 10:30 p.m. and arrives at Bristol, Marlborough Street shortly before midnight.
Departure bus station: Services depart from Cheltenham Royal Wells Bus Station, which can be found near the Montpellier district of the city. The bus station is small and offers minimal services, including seating and a covered waiting area, but is close to restaurants and cafes and is a 5-minute walk to the city center. Cheltenham Spa railroad station is a 25-minute walk away from the bus station.
Arrival bus station: Bristol Marlborough Street is the arrival bus station for this service and can be found near the Broadmead shopping area, a popular destination in the city. The station is close to the city center and can be reached in 10 minutes' walk. This bus station is small but offers indoor services including toilets, newsagents, a coffee shop and generous seating areas. Bristol Marlborough Street is a 20-minute walk from the city's main train station, Bristol Temple Meads.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham to Bristol buses use the Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair, with some services arriving at Bristol, Airport Bus Station. Use this guide to compare Cheltenham and Bristol bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub is 3 km from Cheltenham city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are available at Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub.
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub.
Available at Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub: Facilities are accessible to passengers with reduced mobility.
Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station), The Coffee House (0.2 km), The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station.
Available at Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
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