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The cheapest and fastest coaches from South Croydon to Bristol
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 33 m
Buses on 18 Sept
39
Distance
174 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from South Croydon to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Croydon to Bristol will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Fast coaches
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 39 buses from South Croydon to Bristol, including 38 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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.
FlixBus5:302h30London, Victoria Coach Station8:00Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate£41One-way0 changes- FlixBus5:302h45London, Victoria Coach Station8:15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£41One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:302h35London, Victoria Coach Station23:05Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:302h35London, Victoria Coach Station11:05Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus9:302h50London, Victoria Coach Station12:20Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus5:302h30London, Victoria Coach Station8:00Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate£41One-way0 changes
- FlixBus22:002h30London, Victoria Coach Station0:30Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:302h35London, Victoria Coach Station23:05Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:302h35London, Victoria Coach Station11:05Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate£51One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:302h35London, Victoria Coach Station0:05Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for South Croydon to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South Croydon to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £125 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £125, while a train costs an average of £125.
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£125 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from South Croydon to Bristol is a train with an average price of £125.
The fastest way to travel from South Croydon to Bristol is by coach with an average journey time of 2h 30m.
Other travel options to Bristol take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 51m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between South Croydon and Bristol including taking a train and coach.
Live departures
South Croydon to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for South Croydon to Bristol coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 5:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 8:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 8:00 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 5h30 | 11:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 10:15 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 11:05 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 12:20 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 12:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 12:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 13:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 13:20 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 14:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 15:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 15:45 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 16:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 16:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 17:00 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 17:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 17:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 19:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 19:25 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 20:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 19:55 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 20:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 20:15 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 20:55 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 21:20 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 21:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 21:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 22:10 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 22:20 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 23:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 0:05 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 0:15 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 0:40 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h30 | 0:30 Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h06 | 3:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Megabus as well as Abellio London offer coaches services from South Croydon to Bristol.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from South Croydon to Bristol.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from South Croydon to Bristol
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Take a bus from South Croydon to Bristol and enjoy the approximately 174 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 28 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 174 km distance in 3h 50m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £121
Distance 174 km |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 3:05 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £121
Bus providers: Megabus, Abellio London from South Croydon to BristolYou can travel by bus between South Croydon to Bristol with Megabus, Abellio London for as low as £121. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Megabus Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£5
Megabus frequency
32 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
What's included in each class
Compare Megabus classes and the amenities included in each one.
Front seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
General
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Leg
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
Reservable
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Standard +
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Table seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
Top of stairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Abellio London
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Abellio London Duration
3h 50m
Abellio London frequency
2 a day
Complete guide to Bristol
Things to do in Bristol
Discover the best of Bristol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bristol trip today.
- Must visit
M Shed
Large harbourside museum covering Bristol’s people, industry and global links, with varied galleries and family-friendly displays.
- Must visit
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
City museum and art gallery with natural history, archaeology, applied art and paintings in a grand central building.
- Must visit
SS Great Britain
Former passenger liner turned museum ship, where visitors explore restored decks and learn about transatlantic travel and engineering.
- Must visit
Bristol Harbour
Lively floating harbour area with waterside walks, museums, boats and year-round city views, ideal for first-time visitors.
- Recommended
Queen Square
Elegant Georgian square with lawns and paths, useful as a calm stop between the old city, harbour and nearby cultural sights.
- Recommended
Stokes Croft
Colourful hillside neighbourhood famed for street art, independent character and broad views over the city from nearby green spaces.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
West Country Cider
A cider from apples grown in the surrounding West Country. Bristol’s long cider-trading history makes it a classic local drink to try in pubs and cider houses.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cheddar Cheese
A rich cheese from Somerset, often eaten across Bristol in sandwiches, ploughman’s lunches and pub dishes. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional foods.
- Vegetarian
Bristol Bun
A traditional bun flavoured with dried fruit, spice and candied peel, linked to Bristol since the 18th century. It is a distinctive local teatime bake.
Matina
Long-running St Nicholas Market favourite serving pitta sandwiches packed with falafel, salad and sauces in a casual setting.
Bulrush
Elegant modern British dining in Clifton, with tasting menus and polished service in an intimate setting.
Pasture
Lively harbourside restaurant known for excellent steaks, burgers and strong cocktails in a smart but relaxed room.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining cost less than London, but more than many smaller cities. Buses are reasonable; central attractions and cafés can add up.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is enough. Taxis: round up or tip about 10% for good service.
First Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.60
- Day pass
- £6.80
To the city centre
Bristol Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) -> Broadmead, Bristol
- Distance
- 0.5 km
- Travel time
- 6 min
- Contactless Tap On, Tap Off works on First Bus services and caps adult fares at the day ticket price.
- Bristol Bus & Coach Station is near Broadmead in the city centre, so walking is often quickest for central destinations.
FAQs: South Croydon to Bristol coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Croydon 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.
The average journey time by coach from South Croydon to Bristol is 3h 50m to travel the 174 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from South Croydon to Bristol leaves at 3:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from South Croydon to Bristol leaves at 22:30.
Yes, there are 28 direct coaches a day from South Croydon to Bristol with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from South Croydon to Bristol, you can count on Megabus, Abellio London for the best way to get you to Bristol. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between South Croydon and Bristol and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from South Croydon , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station . When arriving in Bristol , you can end your route in coach stations like Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate.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.
A trip to Bristol from South Croydon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from South Croydon to Bristol is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between South Croydon and Bristol including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from South Croydon to Bristol:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from South Croydon to Bristol for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from South Croydon to Bristol depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from South Croydon to Bristol.
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 South Croydon to Bristol.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from South Croydon to Bristol:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from South Croydon to Bristol:
- 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from South Croydon to Bristol.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from South Croydon to Bristol with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from South Croydon to Bristol with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from South Croydon to Bristol with the following coach company: Megabus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in South Croydon and Bristol
Most South Croydon to Bristol buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair. Use this guide to compare South Croydon and Bristol bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in South Croydon
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
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