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National Maritime Museum
Major art and heritage museum in nearby Greenwich with global collections, historic interiors and displays on maritime Britain.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Forest Gate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £96.
Distance: 182 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £96 Average Price |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Forest Gate:
A coach is £78 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Forest Gate costing on average £96.
Other travel options to Forest Gate take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 40m.
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Forest Gate coaches for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h00 | 18:10 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h15 | 20:25 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h10 | 22:30 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h55 | 0:15 London, Stratford City Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Bristol to Forest Gate run on average 74 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 74 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 182 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 182 km |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 74 |
Direct buses 74 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 3:05 |
Last bus 22:30 |
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Major art and heritage museum in nearby Greenwich with global collections, historic interiors and displays on maritime Britain.
Community museum exploring Newham’s social history through objects, archives and exhibitions linked to the borough and East London.
Contemporary art gallery in nearby Stratford presenting changing exhibitions by emerging and established artists in a modern civic venue.
Large open common bordering Forest Gate, popular for walks, skyline views and a sense of wide green space within East London.
Characterful residential street known for ornate late Victorian houses, ideal for architecture fans and a quieter local walk.
Neighbourhood park with gardens, lawns, sports facilities and play areas, offering an easy break from busy streets nearby.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Forest Gate 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 Forest Gate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bristol to Forest Gate buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to London, Stratford City Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Forest Gate bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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