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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to Bristol

Showing times and prices for 12 Nov

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£45

Fastest journey

4 h 55 m

Average duration

5 h 4 m

Buses per day

19

Distance

96 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bournemouth to Bristol will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

To travel from Bournemouth to Bristol you need to make at least one change.

National ExpressNX035 · NX040
19:155h50
Bournemouth, Coach Station
01:05Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£191One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
08:256h20
Bournemouth, Coach Station
14:45Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£211One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
09:556h50
Bournemouth, Coach Station
16:45Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£211One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
16:106h45
Bournemouth, Coach Station
22:55Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£211One-way
1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
06:256h10
Bournemouth, Coach Station
12:35Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
£211One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 96 km

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Train

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£58

Average Price

5h 59m

Average total duration

5h 29m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Bournemouth to Bristol bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Bristol coaches for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:37
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus08:55 Bournemouth
6h50
15:45 Bristol0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus12:10 Bournemouth
5h40
17:50 Bristol0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus15:10 Bournemouth
6h45
21:55 Bristol0 changesdirect
national_express15:15 Bournemouth
7h00
22:15 Bristol0 changesdirect
national_express18:15 Bournemouth
5h50
00:05 Bristol0 changesdirect
national_expressNX035 · NX20103:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
6h10
09:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX040
On time
05:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
7h10
12:40 Bristol, University Queens Road		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX20205:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
5h05
10:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus06:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
6h10
12:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX20207:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
5h10
12:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus08:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
6h20
14:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX040
On time
12:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
7h40
20:10 Bristol, University Queens Road		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX040
On time
16:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
6h55
23:25 Bristol, University Queens Road		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX040
On time
16:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
6h45
23:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)		1 change
national_expressNX035 · NX040
On time
19:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station
5h50
01:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Bristol

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Buses from Bournemouth to Bristol run on average 26 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 01:47, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 96 km distance in 5h 20m.

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
96 km
Average bus duration
5h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
26
Fastest bus
5h 20m
First bus
01:47
Last bus
23:55
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, Megabus from Bournemouth to BristolYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Bristol with National Express, Megabus for as low as £13. 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
5h 35m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
27 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 20m
Cheapest Price
£9
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

Buses from Bournemouth to Bristol

Bus travel between Bournemouth and Bristol is offered by National Express, which runs 15 buses every day of the week. The fastest journey takes just under 4 hours, but average travel time is in the region of 6 hours. There is an overnight service that departs after midnight and arrives in Bristol approximately 8 hours later, after changing buses twice in Portsmouth and Heathrow. There are at least two other overnight buses, and all coaches on this route require passengers to transfer in London Victoria. National Express offers free WiFi on buses covering this trip. Coaches leave from Bournemouth's main station, which is 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometres) north of the waterfront, and arrive at Bristol's Marlborough Street station.

FAQs: Bournemouth to Bristol coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Bristol can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to Bristol is £29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bournemouth to Bristol coach time is 5 h 20 min   covering the 59 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bournemouth to Bristol leaves at 04: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bournemouth to Bristol leaves at 20: 30.
There are 29 coaches a day from Bournemouth to Bristol which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bournemouth to Bristol, you can count on National Express or Megabus for the best way to get you to Bristol. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Bristol from Bournemouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Bournemouth to Bristol by coach is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Bournemouth to Bristol including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Bournemouth to Bristol has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to Bristol.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bournemouth to Bristol.

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

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    Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Bristol

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    The major coach station for departures in Bournemouth is Bournemouth, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bournemouth, Coach Station for your trip from Bournemouth to Bristol.
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