The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Lincoln
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Lincoln will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bristol for Lincoln 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 242 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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 Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 242 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Lincoln bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Lincoln coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX040 · NX451 | 10:35 Bristol, University Queens Road | 10h35 | 21:10 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park | 1 change | |
NX102 · NX151 | 12:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h25 | 18:25 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Lincoln
Buses from Bristol to Lincoln run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 05:16, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 242 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 05:16 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to LincolnYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Lincoln with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Lincoln coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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