Gravesend to Bristol bus with National Express

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  • FlixBus
    21:002h40
    Gravesend
    23:40Bristol
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    4:302h45
    Gravesend
    7:15Bristol
    £51One-way
    0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Gravesend to Bristol

The cheapest option from Gravesend to Bristol is coach, with an average price of £5. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Gravesend to Bristol among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 206 km

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£5

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Cheapest option

£60

Average Price

4h 51m

Average total duration

4h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest option

2h 12m

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30m

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Live departures

Gravesend to Bristol bus times

The table below shows live departures for Gravesend to Bristol coaches for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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FlixBus4:30 Gravesend
2h45
7:15 Bristol0 changesdirect
FlixBus21:00 Gravesend
2h40
23:40 Bristol0 changesdirect

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Compare prices and tickets Gravesend to Bristol by train or coach

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Why should you book Gravesend to Bristol coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Gravesend to Bristol.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gravesend to Bristol.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Gravesend to Bristol

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Typically, there are 30 buses per day from Gravesend to Bristol, including 26 direct buses, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 206 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
206 km
Average bus duration
4h 21m
Lowest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
30
Direct buses
26
Fastest bus
2h 40m
First bus
3:05
Last bus
22:30
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
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 from Gravesend to BristolYou can travel by bus between Gravesend to Bristol with National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
5h 5m
Cheapest Price
£13
National Express frequency
5 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: Gravesend to Bristol coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend 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.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Gravesend to Bristol leaves at 3:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Gravesend to Bristol leaves at 22:30.
Yes, there are 26 direct coaches a day from Gravesend to Bristol with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Gravesend to Bristol, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bristol. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Gravesend and Bristol and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Gravesend , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre . When arriving in Bristol , you can end your route in coach stations like Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate, Bristol, University Queens Road, Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, White Tree.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Gravesend to Bristol is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gravesend and Bristol including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Gravesend to Bristol:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Gravesend to Bristol for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Gravesend to Bristol depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company 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 Gravesend to Bristol.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Gravesend to Bristol:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Gravesend to Bristol:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Gravesend to Bristol.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Gravesend to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Gravesend to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Gravesend to Bristol with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gravesend and Bristol

Most Gravesend 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 Gravesend and Bristol bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Gravesend
Arrival bus stations in Bristol
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, University Queens Road
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, University Queens Road from Bristol city centre

Bus72 · 11m · £4 · every ~8 min
Bristol, Airport Bus Station
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport Bus Station from Bristol city centre

BusFal · 19m · £10 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · £4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · £4 · every ~30 min

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