The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dartford to Bristol
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dartford to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dartford to Bristol will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 2 buses that leave Dartford for Bristol 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 195 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
4:302h45Dartford7:15Bristol£41One-way0 changes
13:302h55Dartford16:25Bristol£51One-way0 changes
4:302h45Dartford7:15Bristol£41One-way0 changes
13:302h55Dartford16:25Bristol£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Dartford to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 195 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Dartford to Bristol coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Dartford to Bristol.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Dartford to Bristol.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Dartford to Bristol.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Dartford to Bristol.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dartford to Bristol
Buses from Dartford to Bristol run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 195 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 195 km |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 2:05 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Dartford to BristolYou can travel by bus between Dartford to Bristol with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dartford to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dartford and Bristol
Most Dartford to Bristol buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair, with some services arriving at Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate. Use this guide to compare Dartford and Bristol bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre
Getting to Bristol, University Queens Road from Bristol city centre
Most popular bus connections from Dartford
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