Bristol to Ely bus

Sat 22 Nov
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National Express
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Ely

Showing times and prices for 23 Nov

Cheapest price

£62

Average price

£62

Fastest journey

6 h 25 m

Average duration

6 h 25 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

222 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Ely will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £62.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Bristol for Ely every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 222 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 25 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.

National Express
17:006h25
Bristol
23:25Ely
£621One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol to Ely

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Ely among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £34.

Distance: 222 km

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£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£40

Average Price

7h 50m

Average total duration

7h 20m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 5m

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30m

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Live departures

Bristol to Ely bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Ely coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 11:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus17:25 Bristol
7h20
00:45 Ely0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Ely

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Buses from Bristol to Ely run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 19:50. The fastest coach covers the 222 km distance in 7h 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
222 km
Average bus duration
7h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
9
Fastest bus
7h 20m
First bus
00:03
Last bus
19:50
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

FAQs: Bristol to Ely coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Ely 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 Ely, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Ely can start from as little as £62 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Ely is £68; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bristol to Ely coach time is 5 h 55 min   covering the 138 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bristol to Ely leaves at 00: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bristol to Ely leaves at 19: 35.
The cheapest month to travel from Bristol to Ely by coach is October.
You have options as you can travel from Bristol to Ely 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Bristol to Ely has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Ely.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bristol to Ely.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bristol to Ely, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Ely.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bristol to Ely needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bristol to Ely.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Ely.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Ely.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bristol to Ely.

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