The cheapest and fastest coaches from Liverpool to Bristol
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Liverpool to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Bristol will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Liverpool to Bristol you need to make at least one change.
NX550 · NX10016:055h10Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place21:15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£241One-way1 change
NX550 · NX10112:106h10Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place18:20Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£271One-way1 change
NX550 · NX10019:158h20Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place3:35Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£321One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus17:505h45Liverpool, Liverpool One23:35Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£321One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus9:057h15Liverpool, Liverpool One16:20Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£331One-way1 change
NX550 · NX10016:055h10Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place21:15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£241One-way1 change
NX550 · NX1006:255h15Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place11:40Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£381One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus17:505h45Liverpool, Liverpool One23:35Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£321One-way1 change
NX550 · NX10210:105h50Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place16:00Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£331One-way1 change
NX550 · NX10112:106h10Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place18:20Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£271One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 219 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Bristol coaches for today, Friday 3 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 5h45 | 22:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
NX423 · NX100 | On time 22:40 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h55 | 6:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
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NX421 · NX101 | Delayed 0:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 8h05 | 12:15 12:15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 7h20 | 12:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
NX550 · NX100 | 5:25 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h15 | 10:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
NX551 · NX101 | On time 5:45 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 7h00 | 12:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 7h15 | 15:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
NX550 · NX102 | 9:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 5h50 | 15:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
NX550 · NX101 | On time 11:10 Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place | 6h10 | 17:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h40 | 17:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre | 6h30 | 17:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 6h25 | 18:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Liverpool 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 Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Bristol.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool to Bristol.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool to Bristol.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Liverpool to Bristol
Buses from Liverpool to Bristol run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 219 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 219 km |
Average bus duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Liverpool to BristolYou can travel by bus between Liverpool to Bristol with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Liverpool to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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 Liverpool and Bristol
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 18, 79, 82 Train: Merseyrail
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Costa Coffee (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 10A, 14, 14A, 82, 86A Train: Merseyrail
- Bus: 699, 86C, 86A Train: Liverpool Lime Street
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