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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Walsall
Showing times and prices for 24 Aug
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
132 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Walsall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Walsall will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Fast coaches
Of the 1 buses that leave Bristol for Walsall 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 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
17:352h40Bristol20:15Walsall£61One-way0 changes
- 17:352h40Bristol20:15Walsall£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Walsall
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Walsall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 132 km
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price |
2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Walsall bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Walsall coaches for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:50 Bristol | 3h17 | 14:07 Walsall | 2 changes | |
| 11:00 Bristol | 2h38 | 13:38 Walsall | 1 change | |
| 12:00 Bristol | 3h07 | 15:07 Walsall | 2 changes | |
| 12:45 Bristol | 2h52 | 15:37 Walsall | 1 change | |
| 13:15 Bristol | 2h53 | 16:08 Walsall | 2 changes | |
| 13:40 Bristol | 2h57 | 16:37 Walsall | 1 change | |
| 14:20 Bristol | 3h15 | 17:35 Walsall | 2 changes | |
| 15:15 Bristol | 2h50 | 18:05 Walsall | 1 change | |
| 15:45 Bristol | 3h18 | 19:03 Walsall | 2 changes | |
| 17:05 Bristol | 3h03 | 20:08 Walsall | 2 changes | |
| 17:35 Bristol | 3h33 | 21:08 Walsall | 1 change | |
| 18:20 Bristol | 2h59 | 21:19 Walsall | 2 changes | |
| 19:40 Bristol | 2h39 | 22:19 Walsall | 2 changes | |
| 21:20 Bristol | 3h33 | 0:53 Walsall | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Walsall
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bristol to Walsall run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:23, the last at 21:40. The fastest coach covers the 132 km distance in 2h 40m.
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 132 km |
Average bus duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 5:23 |
Last bus 21:40 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 5 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: FlixBus, Megabus, National Express from Bristol to WalsallYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Walsall with FlixBus, Megabus, National Express for as low as £8. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£8
FlixBus frequency
9 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
£31
National Express frequency
9 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.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 0m
Cheapest Price
£9
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Complete guide to Walsall
Things to do in Walsall
Discover the best of Walsall — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Walsall trip today.
- Recommended
Walsall Leather Museum
Compact local museum exploring Walsall's leather-making heritage with machinery, tools and displays on the town's craft history.
Aldridge Transport Museum
Volunteer-run museum with military, industrial and social history displays covering Aldridge and surrounding villages.
- Recommended
Walsall Arboretum
Large Victorian park with lakes, gardens, playgrounds and walking routes, popular for a relaxed break near the town centre.
- Recommended
Barr Beacon Local Nature Reserve
Waterside nature reserve and park around former reservoirs, offering birdwatching, level trails and wide open views.
- Recommended
Cannock Chase
Long-distance walking area with heathland, woodland and panoramic viewpoints across the West Midlands from high ground.
- Gluten-free
Black Country pork scratchings
A Black Country staple of thick-cut pork scratchings, salted and crisp. Common in local pubs and markets, they are a classic regional snack with beer.
Faggots and peas
Faggots are baked meatballs of pork offal and herbs, usually served with gravy, peas and mash. They are a traditional working-class dish across the Black Country.
Fish and chips
A battered fried fish served with chips, salt and vinegar. Not unique to Walsall, but it is a much-loved local takeaway tradition across the town and wider West Midlands.
The Dilke
Established Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed dining room. A dependable local choice for a sit-down meal.
The Pretty Bricks
Long-running traditional pub with cobs, ales and hearty Black Country fare. Good for a casual meal in a characterful local setting.
Fingerpost
Well-known canalside pub and restaurant in nearby Pelsall, serving British pub classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a comfortable atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in London, making Walsall good value for short stays.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-10 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is polite if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
TfWM
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Walsall Hatherton Road -> Walsall Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless payment is accepted on buses in the West Midlands; TfWM also offers Swift and mobile ticketing.
- For Walsall local bus travel, check whether a Walsall-only day ticket suits your trip, as TfWM notes local day ticket discounts in Walsall.
FAQs: Bristol to Walsall coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Walsall 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 Walsall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Walsall can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Walsall is £8; 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 Walsall is 2h 40m to travel the 132 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 Walsall leaves at 5:23. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Walsall leaves at 21:40.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Bristol to Walsall with FlixBus, Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bristol to Walsall, you can count on FlixBus, Megabus, National Express for the best way to get you to Walsall. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Walsall 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), Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate, Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus) . When arriving in Walsall , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Birmingham, Brunel Street.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Walsall from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Walsall is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Walsall including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Walsall:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Walsall for coach company FlixBus, Megabus, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Walsall depends on the coach companies:
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, 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 Walsall.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Walsall:
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Walsall:
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bristol to Walsall. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Walsall with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Walsall with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Walsall with the following coach company: FlixBus, Megabus, National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Walsall
Most Bristol to Walsall buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Walsall bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Bristol
Arrival bus stations in Walsall
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)Bristol Bus Station (Bay 19), Marlborough Street 15, BS1 3ES
City-centre transport
Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre
Bus76, X6, X1, 39, 75, X9, X4, 73, X39, 522, X6a, X1a · 4m · £2 · every ~156 min
Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus)Bristol Bus Station, Bristol BS1 3LH, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus) from Bristol city centre
BusFal · 8m · £2 · every ~4 min
9 · 18m · £2 · every ~22 min
Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus) bus station facilities and services
Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus). ATMs are available at Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus): Station is accessible for disabled users.
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