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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Durham
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Durham will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Durham 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 376 km distance in an average of 9 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 5 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 coach and train for Bristol to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 376 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £136 Average Price |
10h 5m Average total duration 9h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Durham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Durham coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:05 Bristol | 29h50 | 12:55 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Bristol | 8h50 | 18:50 Durham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Durham
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Buses from Bristol to Durham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 376 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 376 km |
Average bus duration 9h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Bristol to DurhamYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Durham with Megabus, National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus), which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Durham, University - Palatine Centre, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Durham
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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