Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for 01 Jun

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 13 m

Buses per day

107

Distance

167 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.

Fast coaches

Of the 107 buses that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for London Paddington (PAD) every day 106 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 167 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    22:202h30
    Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
    0:50London, Victoria Coach Station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:252h25
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    23:50London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:402h30
    Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
    0:10London, Victoria Coach Station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    21:402h10
    Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
    23:50London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    15:002h35
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    17:35London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and ferry for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £28.

Distance: 167 km

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Ferry

£9

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Cheapest

£46

Average Price

£21

Average Price

3h 2m

Average total duration

2h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 4m

Average total duration

2h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 45m

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45m

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1h 0m

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Live departures

Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) coaches for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus3:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
5:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h10
6:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
3:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h35
6:20 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
4:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h35
7:20 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
8:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h20
7:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
5:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h40
8:10 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
6:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h40
8:40 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h30
8:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
9:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:15 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h50
9:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:15 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h20
8:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h30
9:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
8:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h45
10:45 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h25
10:25 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
8:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h40
11:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h05
11:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:45 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h25
11:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:45 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h50
11:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
8:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
11:50 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h05
12:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h35
11:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:15 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h20
11:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:15 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h50
12:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
9:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
12:20 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h30
12:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
12:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:55 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h45
12:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:55 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h15
12:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
10:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
10:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
13:20 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h55
13:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h20
12:50 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
11:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h25
13:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h55
14:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
11:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
14:20 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
12:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h20
14:20 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX502
On time
12:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h40
15:10 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h15
15:45 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h45
15:15 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
12:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
15:45 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h45
15:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h15
16:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
13:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
16:15 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h25
15:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
13:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
16:35 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h35
16:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h05
17:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
14:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
17:05 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:15 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h50
17:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:15 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h20
16:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h30
17:00 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus14:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
14:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
17:35 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h10
18:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h35
17:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
15:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h55
18:10 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:15 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h20
17:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:15 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h55
18:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
15:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h55
18:40 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h30
18:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus16:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
16:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
19:05 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
16:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
19:35 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h35
19:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h05
20:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
17:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
20:15 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:25 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h50
20:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:25 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h20
19:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
20:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h30
20:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
17:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h05
20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:55 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h45
20:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus17:55 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h15
20:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
18:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h30
21:05 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h55
21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:50 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h15
21:05 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:50 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h40
21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
19:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h50
21:50 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h35
21:40 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h00
22:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
19:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h40
22:10 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h40
22:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus19:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h20
21:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
20:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h45
22:45 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
20:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h40
23:10 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX040
On time
21:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h35
23:50 London, Victoria Coach Station		0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:25 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h25
23:50 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:25 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h45
0:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:40 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h10
23:50 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:40 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h30
0:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus22:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h40
0:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus22:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
2h20
0:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus22:20 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h30
0:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus22:20 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate
2h10
0:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
Monday 1 June
National ExpressNX201 · NX0350:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h55
4:50 London, Victoria Coach Station1 change

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National Express as well as Megabus or FlixBus offer coaches services from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD).
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)

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Buses from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 41 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 39 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:45, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 167 km distance in 2h 10m.

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
167 km
Average bus duration
2h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
41
Direct buses
39
Fastest bus
2h 10m
First bus
2:45
Last bus
22:20
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
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, FlixBus from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD)You can travel by bus between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
58 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£6
National Express frequency
28 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.
Learn more about National Express

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
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£8
Megabus frequency
1 a day
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.

FAQs: Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 London Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) is 2h 10m to travel the 167 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 2:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 22:20.
Yes, there are 39 direct coaches a day from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD), you can count on National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to London Paddington (PAD). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Paddington (PAD) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Paddington (PAD) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and London Paddington (PAD) including taking a train, coach and ferry.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD):
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) for coach company National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • 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.
  • 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.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD):
  • Megabus
    • 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).
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD):
  • Megabus
    • 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.
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD). The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to London Paddington (PAD) with the following coach company: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus.

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