4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bath to Bristol
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bath to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Bristol will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bath for Bristol every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 19 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 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.
0:410h30Bath1:11Bristol£111One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bath to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 19 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£11 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bath to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Bristol coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 0:41 Bath | 0h30 | 1:11 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bath to Bristol
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Buses from Bath to Bristol run on average 4 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 19 km distance in 30m.
Distance 19 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Bath Bus Company from Bath to BristolYou can travel by bus between Bath to Bristol with National Express, Bath Bus Company for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Bath Bus Company
Buses from Bath to Bristol
There are buses almost every hour from Bath to Bristol. The first bus leaves at 10:20 a.m. and the last one departs Bath at 10:40 p.m. Direct buses take 45 minutes or less to reach Bristol. Non-direct buses involve 1 change and take over 1 hour to reach Bristol, the home of Banksy, Brunel and Massive Attack. National Express operates the buses on this route.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Bath to Bristol?
Departure Station: Direct buses for Bristol depart from Bath Bus Station on Dorchester Street. The Bus Station is situated next to the train station and is a short walk of 500 metres from the Roman Baths in the centre of Bath. Non-Direct buses leave from London Road, which is 1 mile from the City Centre, a walk of over 20 minutes or a bus journey of 10 minutes.
Arrival Station: All buses from Bath arrive at Bristol Bus Station on Marlborough Street, two minutes walk from Broadmead, the shopping area of Bristol and 10 minutes walk from the City Centre.
How to get from Bath to Bristol Airport?
Getting from Bath to Bristol Airport is simple with Bath Bus (Air Decker). The route covers several stops in the city of Bath along with a stop in south Bristol, Keynsham and Saltford. Services commence in the early hours, with buses departing at an hourly rate from 3:00 am until 7:00 am. After this time buses from Bath to Bristol Airport depart every 30 minutes. The journey time lasts approximately 50 minutes and all buses terminate outside the airport.
FAQs: Bath to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Bristol by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Bristol
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
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