The cheapest and fastest coaches from Guildford to Bristol
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Guildford to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Bristol will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 buses that leave Guildford 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 143 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
8:505h40Guildford14:30Bristol£171One-way0 changes
19:354h20Guildford23:55Bristol£191One-way0 changes
19:354h20Guildford23:55Bristol£191One-way0 changes
8:505h40Guildford14:30Bristol£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Guildford to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Guildford to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 143 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg 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
Guildford to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Guildford to Bristol coaches for today, Monday 27 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:35 Guildford | 4h30 | 0:05 Bristol | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Guildford to Bristol by coach or train
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Why should you book Guildford to Bristol coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of First Berkshire & The Thames Valley to find the best option for your trip from Guildford to Bristol.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Guildford to Bristol.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Guildford to Bristol.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Guildford to Bristol
Buses from Guildford to Bristol run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:10, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 143 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 143 km |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 2:10 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express, First Berkshire & The Thames Valley from Guildford to BristolYou can travel by bus between Guildford to Bristol with National Express, First Berkshire & The Thames Valley for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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First Berkshire & The Thames Valley
FAQs: Guildford to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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