St Ives to Bristol bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from St Ives to Bristol

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

5 h 20 m

Average duration

6 h 17 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

246 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from St Ives to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from St Ives to Bristol will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave St Ives for Bristol every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 246 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 31 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.

National Express
21:147h31
St Ives
04:45Bristol
£191One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
05:005h20
St Ives
10:20Bristol
£231One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
12:056h00
St Ives
18:05Bristol
£231One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for St Ives to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Ives to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. 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 £15, and a train costs an average of £54.

Distance: 246 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£21

Average Price

Cheapest

£71

Average Price

7h 7m

Average total duration

6h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

St Ives to Bristol bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:27
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus12:05 St Ives
6h00
18:05 Bristol0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus20:25 St Ives
5h30
01:55 Bristol0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
meinfernbus_flixbus05:00 St Ives
5h20
10:20 Bristol0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from St Ives to Bristol

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Buses from St Ives to Bristol run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
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
246 km
Average bus duration
6h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
£15
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
5h 20m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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, FlixBus from St Ives to BristolYou can travel by bus between St Ives to Bristol with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£14
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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.
Learn more about National Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 31m
Cheapest Price
£19
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: St Ives to Bristol coach

FAQs: Take the bus from St Ives to Bristol with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from St Ives to Bristol.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from St Ives to Bristol can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for St Ives to Bristol is £30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from St Ives to Bristol is 6 h 45 min   to travel the 152 mile long route, with around there are 2 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from St Ives to Bristol leaves at 08: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from St Ives to Bristol leaves at 22: 14.
There are 2 coaches a day from St Ives to Bristol which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best St Ives to Bristol coach to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from St Ives to Bristol to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from St Ives to Bristol is November.
You have options as you can travel between St Ives and Bristol 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from St Ives to Bristol has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from St Ives to Bristol.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from St Ives to Bristol.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from St Ives to Bristol.
    No, luggage for the coach from St Ives to Bristol needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from St Ives to Bristol.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from St Ives to Bristol.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from St Ives to Bristol.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from St Ives to Bristol.

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