The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Birkenhead
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Birkenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Birkenhead will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Bristol to Birkenhead you need to make at least one change.
08:554h55Bristol13:50Birkenhead£241One-way1 change
13:405h35Bristol19:15Birkenhead£241One-way1 change
15:155h20Bristol20:35Birkenhead£241One-way1 change
17:356h55Bristol00:30Birkenhead£241One-way1 change
01:007h35Bristol08:35Birkenhead£531One-way1 change
15:454h30Bristol20:15Birkenhead£531One-way1 change
18:204h40Bristol23:00Birkenhead£531One-way1 change
08:554h55Bristol13:50Birkenhead£241One-way1 change
09:204h55Bristol14:15Birkenhead£531One-way1 change
15:155h20Bristol20:35Birkenhead£241One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Birkenhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Birkenhead 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 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 217 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Birkenhead bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Birkenhead coaches for today, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:55 Bristol | 4h55 | 13:50 Birkenhead | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:00 Bristol | 5h15 | 14:15 Birkenhead | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:50 Bristol | 5h40 | 16:30 Birkenhead | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:40 Bristol | 5h35 | 19:15 Birkenhead | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 31 March | |||||
![]() | 01:00 Bristol | 7h35 | 08:35 Birkenhead | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Birkenhead by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Birkenhead
Buses from Bristol to Birkenhead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 217 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
FAQs: Bristol to Birkenhead coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Birkenhead 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 Birkenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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