The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to St Ives
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to St Ives is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to St Ives will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bristol for St Ives every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 246 km distance in an average of 6 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 36 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 train and coach for Bristol to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. 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 £14, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 246 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 St Ives bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to St Ives coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:25 Bristol | 5h10 | 23:35 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:10 Bristol | 7h36 | 05:46 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 02:15 Bristol | 5h40 | 07:55 St Ives | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to St Ives
Buses from Bristol to St Ives run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:48. The fastest coach covers the 246 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 246 km |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:48 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Bristol to St IvesYou can travel by bus between Bristol to St Ives with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to St Ives coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to St Ives 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 St Ives, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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