4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cheltenham to Bristol
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cheltenham to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Bristol will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 9 buses that leave Cheltenham for Bristol 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 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cheltenham to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 61 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 30m Average total duration 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Cheltenham to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Bristol coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX445 · NX100 | 23:40 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 3h55 | 03:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 8 November | |||||
| NX100 | 02:15 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1h20 | 03:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 06:15 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1h20 | 07:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 · NX104 | 10:15 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 2h25 | 12:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| NX444 · NX100 | 13:40 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1h30 | 15:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:25 Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub | 1h00 | 15:25 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 · NX100 | 14:45 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 2h25 | 17:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| NX445 · NX100 | 18:05 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1h35 | 19:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| NX445 · NX100 | 20:35 Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station | 1h45 | 22:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cheltenham to Bristol
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Buses from Cheltenham to Bristol run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 61 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 61 km |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Cheltenham to BristolYou can travel by bus between Cheltenham to Bristol with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Cheltenham to Bristol
Coach services regularly travel from the spa town of Cheltenham in Gloucestershire to Bristol in Somerset. Services are usually quick, with an average journey length of just over an hour to complete the 42-mile journey between destinations.
Which coach companies travel from Cheltenham to Bristol?
Travel between Cheltenham and Bristol is serviced by National Express, running from Cheltenham Royal Wells Bus Station to Bristol Marlborough Street where the main bus station is located.
How long is the coach from Cheltenham to Bristol?
The journey between Cheltenham Royal Wells Bus Station and Bristol Marlborough Street takes on average around one hour ten minutes, with the quickest journey taking one hour and the longest journey taking one hour 25 minutes.
How many coaches are there from Cheltenham to Bristol?
There are regular services running between Cheltenham and Bristol with four coaches travelling every day between the two destinations. These services run at the same time every day, including weekends. The first service of the day leaves Cheltenham Royal Wells bus station shortly after 8:00 a.m. and arrives at Bristol, Marlborough Street around an hour later. The last service of the day leaves Cheltenham Royal Wells bus station just after 10:30 p.m. and arrives at Bristol, Marlborough Street shortly before midnight.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Cheltenham to Bristol?
Departure bus station: Services depart from Cheltenham Royal Wells Bus Station, which can be found near the Montpellier district of the city. The bus station is small and offers minimal services, including seating and a covered waiting area, but is close to restaurants and cafes and is a 5-minute walk to the city centre. Cheltenham Spa railway station is a 25-minute walk away from the bus station.
Arrival bus station: Bristol Marlborough Street is the arrival bus station for this service and can be found near the Broadmead shopping area, a popular destination in the city. The station is close to the city centre and can be reached in 10 minutes' walk. This bus station is small but offers indoor services including toilets, newsagents, a coffee shop and generous seating areas. Bristol Marlborough Street is a 20-minute walk from the city's main train station, Bristol Temple Meads.
FAQs: Cheltenham to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham to Bristol 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 Bristol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Cheltenham, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station and Cheltenham, Gloucester Road (Arle Court). When arriving in Bristol, you can end your trip in coach stations like Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Airport Bus Station and Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station, which is located around 0.4 miles (562 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), located 0.5 miles (798 m) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Bristol
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Parking
Dining
ATM
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Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Royal Well (in the station)
- The Coffee House (0.2 km)
- The Brewery Quarter (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 94, 94U, 97, 98
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A1, A2
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