Bideford to Bristol bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bideford to Bristol

Showing times and prices for 07 Nov

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

4 h 10 m

Average duration

4 h 10 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

122 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bideford to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bideford to Bristol will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Bideford 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 122 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.

National ExpressNX502
07:554h10
Bideford, Kingsley Road (The Burton at Bideford Art Gallery)
12:05Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£301One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bideford to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bideford to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £30.

Distance: 122 km

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Coach
Train

£29

Average Price

Cheapest

£39

Average Price

4h 27m

Average total duration

3h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 16m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Bideford to Bristol bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bideford to Bristol coaches for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:37
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national_expressNX50208:05 Bideford, Kingsley Road (The Burton at Bideford Art Gallery)
4h00
12:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bideford to Bristol

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Buses from Bideford to Bristol run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:55, the last at 20:49. The fastest coach covers the 122 km distance in 4h 0m.

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
Distance
122 km
Average bus duration
3h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
4h 0m
First bus
07:55
Last bus
20:49
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

Bus providers: National Express from Bideford to BristolYou can travel by bus between Bideford to Bristol with National Express for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
£21
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bideford to Bristol coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bideford 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bideford to Bristol can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bideford to Bristol is £30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Bideford to Bristol is on average 4 h   for the 76 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Bideford and Bristol by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bideford to Bristol leaves at 07: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bideford to Bristol leaves at 08: 05.
Yes, there is 1 direct coach a day from Bideford to Bristol with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best Bideford to Bristol coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Bideford and Bristol to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bideford, Kingsley Road (The Burton at Bideford Art Gallery), which is located around 0.2 miles (378 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), located 0.5 miles (798 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Bristol from Bideford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bideford to Bristol is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bideford and Bristol including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Bideford to Bristol has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bideford to Bristol.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bideford to Bristol.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bideford to Bristol.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bideford to Bristol needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bideford to Bristol.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bideford to Bristol.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bideford to Bristol.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bideford to Bristol.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Bideford and Bristol

    Bideford
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    The major coach station for departures in Bideford is Bideford, Kingsley Road (The Burton at Bideford Art Gallery). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bideford, Kingsley Road (The Burton at Bideford Art Gallery) for your trip from Bideford to Bristol.
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