The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Croydon
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Croydon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Croydon will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Croydon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 39 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Croydon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Croydon 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 train which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 173 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Croydon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Croydon coaches for today, Wednesday 5 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 21:20 Bristol | 2h30 | 23:50 Croydon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Croydon by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Croydon
Buses from Bristol to Croydon run on average 48 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 48 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 173 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 173 km |
Average bus duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 48 |
Direct buses 48 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Bristol to CroydonYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Croydon with FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Croydon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Croydon 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 Croydon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Croydon
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A1, A2
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