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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gloucester to Bristol
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gloucester to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Bristol will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 7 buses that leave Gloucester for Bristol every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Gloucester to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester 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 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 52 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg 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
Gloucester to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Bristol 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX445 · NX100 | 10:00 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 1h40 | 11:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 1h00 | 11:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX444 · NX100 | 13:30 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 1h40 | 15:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| NX444 · NX100 | 15:00 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 2h10 | 17:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| NX100 | 20:20 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h55 | 21:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 02:45 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h50 | 03:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 | 06:45 Gloucester, Transport Hub | 0h50 | 07:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gloucester to Bristol
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Buses from Gloucester to Bristol run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 52 km distance in 55m.
Distance 52 km |
Average bus duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Gloucester to BristolYou can travel by bus between Gloucester to Bristol with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Gloucester to Bristol
Coach travel between Gloucester and Bristol is provided by National Express, which connects both cities up to 4 times per day. Travel time varies considerably depending on whether buses are direct or require a stopover. The fastest coaches cover this route in 55 minutes, whereas those that involve changing at Cheltenham can take up to 2 hours and 50 minutes. Buses start running at 11:40 a.m. and the last bus of the day leaves Gloucester at 5:40 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Gloucester to Bristol?
Departure Station: Gloucester Bus Station. The station takes up a city block on the eastern end of the town centre, approximately 500 metres from Gloucester Cathedral and a 4-minute walk from the train station. City buses stop outside the station, on Market Parade.
Arrival Station: Bristol Coach Station, located within walking distance of the Broadmead district. Most of the tourist attractions on the Harbourside area are also within easy reach, approximately 1 kilometre west of the station. City buses stop behind the coach station, on Haymarket.
FAQs: Gloucester to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Gloucester, Transport Hub, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) 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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