Bristol to Padstow bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Padstow

Showing times and prices for 09 Jun

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£15

Fastest journey

4 h 55 m

Average duration

4 h 55 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

193 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Padstow will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Padstow 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 193 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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.

  • FlixBus
    10:104h55
    Bristol
    15:05Padstow
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    11:104h55
    Bristol
    16:05Padstow
    £161One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bristol to Padstow

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Padstow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 193 km

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Train

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£48

Average Price

5h 5m

Average total duration

4h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Great Western Railway

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Live departures

Bristol to Padstow bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Padstow coaches for today, Monday 8 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX101 · NX50410:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h15
15:35 Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak)1 change
National ExpressNX101 · NX504
On time
10:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h55
16:15 Newquay, Bus Station		1 change
FlixBusFlixBus11:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h55
16:05 Newquay, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX10412:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h10
18:05 Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX10412:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h45
18:40 Newquay, Bus Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX10623:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h25
4:55 Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX10623:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h00
5:30 Newquay, Bus Station0 changesdirect

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National Express operates all coaches services from Bristol to Padstow.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Padstow

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Buses from Bristol to Padstow run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 193 km distance in 4h 30m.

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
193 km
Average bus duration
4h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
4h 30m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
14 days
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

Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to PadstowYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Padstow with National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest Price
£11
National Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bristol to Padstow coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Padstow can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Padstow is £18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bristol to Padstow is 4h 30m to travel the 193 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bristol to Padstow leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Padstow leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Bristol to Padstow with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bristol to Padstow, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Padstow. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Padstow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bristol , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) . When arriving in Padstow , you can end your route in coach stations like Newquay, Bus Station, Bodmin, Dennison Road / Pool Street (Car Pak), Lostwithiel, Liddicoat Road / North Street (Royal Talbot Hotel).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Newquay, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Padstow from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Padstow is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Padstow including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Padstow for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Padstow:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Padstow depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Padstow.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Padstow:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Padstow:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Padstow.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Padstow with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Padstow with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Padstow with the following coach company: National Express.

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