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M Shed
Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
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Overview: Bus from Bath to Bristol
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Take a bus from Bath to Bristol and enjoy the approximately 19 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11
Distance 19 km |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £11
Complete guide to Bristol
Things to do in Bristol
Discover the best of Bristol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bristol trip today.
- Must visit
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
City museum and art gallery with natural history, archaeology, applied art and paintings in a grand central building.
- Must visit
SS Great Britain
Former passenger liner turned museum ship, where visitors explore restored decks and learn about transatlantic travel and engineering.
- Must visit
Bristol Harbour
Lively floating harbour area with waterside walks, museums, boats and year-round city views, ideal for first-time visitors.
- Recommended
Queen Square
Elegant Georgian square with lawns and paths, useful as a calm stop between the old city, harbour and nearby cultural sights.
- Recommended
Stokes Croft
Colourful hillside neighbourhood famed for street art, independent character and broad views over the city from nearby green spaces.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
West Country Cider
A cider from apples grown in the surrounding West Country. Bristol’s long cider-trading history makes it a classic local drink to try in pubs and cider houses.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cheddar Cheese
A rich cheese from Somerset, often eaten across Bristol in sandwiches, ploughman’s lunches and pub dishes. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
- Vegetarian
Bristol Bun
A traditional bun flavoured with dried fruit, spice and candied peel, linked to Bristol since the 18th century. It is a distinctive local teatime bake.
Matina
Long-running St Nicholas Market favourite serving pitta sandwiches packed with falafel, salad and sauces in a casual setting.
Bulrush
Elegant modern British dining in Clifton, with tasting menus and polished service in an intimate setting.
Pasture
Lively harbourside restaurant known for excellent steaks, burgers and strong cocktails in a smart but relaxed room.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining cost less than London, but more than many smaller cities. Buses are reasonable; central attractions and cafés can add up.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.60
- Day pass
- £6.80
To the city centre
Bristol Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) -> Broadmead, Bristol
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 6 min
- Contactless Tap On, Tap Off works on First Bus services and caps adult fares at the day ticket price.
- Bristol Bus & Coach Station is near Broadmead in the city centre, so walking is often quickest for central destinations.
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.
The earliest coach from Bath to Bristol leaves at 0:02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bath to Bristol leaves at 23:45.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bath and Bristol including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from Bath to Bristol has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bath to Bristol.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bath to Bristol.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bath to Bristol.
No, luggage for the coach from Bath to Bristol needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bath to Bristol.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bath to Bristol.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bath to Bristol.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bath to Bristol.
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