Bristol to St Ives bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to St Ives

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£16

Average price

£26

Fastest journey

5 h 10 m

Average duration

6 h 9 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

246 km

Cheap tickets

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 £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.

Fast coaches

Of the 9 buses that leave Bristol for St Ives every day 7 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 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
11:106h00
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
17:10Penzance, Station Road
£161One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
03:155h40
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
08:55Penzance, Station Road
£181One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
19:255h10
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
00:35Penryn, Falmouth University
£191One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX106
23:307h30
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
07:00Crowlas, A30
£221One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX106
23:307h26
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
06:56St Erth, A30
£221One-way
0 changes

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 £29.

Distance: 246 km

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Most popular
Train

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

£62

Average Price

6h 45m

Average total duration

6h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Bristol to St Ives bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:13
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus10:10 Bristol
6h00
16:10 St Ives0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus18:25 Bristol
5h10
23:35 St Ives0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
meinfernbus_flixbus02:15 Bristol
5h40
07:55 St Ives0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to St Ives

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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.
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
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
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, 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

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
£14
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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.
Learn more about National Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 36m
Cheapest Price
£19
National Express frequency
3 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.

FAQs: Bristol to St Ives coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Bristol to St Ives with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to St Ives.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to St Ives can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to St Ives is £31; 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 St Ives coach time is 6 h 45 min   covering the 152 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 St Ives leaves at 12: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bristol to St Ives leaves at 23: 25.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Bristol to St Ives without having to change trains with National Express. There are 2 direct coaches from Bristol to St Ives each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Bristol to St Ives coach with National Express or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to St Ives from Bristol as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Bristol to St Ives by coach is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to St Ives from Bristol including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Bristol to St Ives has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to St Ives.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bristol to St Ives.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to St Ives.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bristol to St Ives needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bristol to St Ives.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to St Ives.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to St Ives.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bristol to St Ives.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and St Ives

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    St Ives
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
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    Bristol Bus Station (Bay 19), Marlborough Street 15, BS1 3ES
    Bristol, University Queens Road
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    Bristol, Clifton Down
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    Bristol, Airport Bus Station
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