How to get from Bath to Bristol

General Information about the journey from Bath to Bristol

Located only 13 miles away, Bristol is only a short ride from Bath by either bus or train. The close proximity between the two cities means that there are plenty of regular train and bus services running each day to choose from. Trains provide the fastest and most direct option, with the journey time being as little as 11 minutes. However, the bus is also a good choice of transport, providing regular services between the two city centres in just under an hour.

Return journeys from Bristol to Bath are also available.

Buses from Bath to Bristol

Bus services between Bath and Bristol run many times per day, with 41 buses making the journey. National Express runs an economical service each day starting in the late morning and finishing in the early evening. Buses to Bristol can be found at Bath Bus Station in the city centre and run to Bristol Coach Station on Marlborough Street, Bristol. The journey is direct and takes between 40 and 50 minutes. It is worth booking in advance to guarantee a place on the bus, particularly in busy periods. Cheaper fares can be achieved when tickets are booked in advance for off-peak times.

Trains from Bath to Bristol

Trains can often be a faster way to travel between the two cities, but may also be less economical. The journey time between the two cities is only about 12 to 20 minutes and there are many trains running each day. Trains run every 15 to 45 minutes from Bath Spa in the city centre to Bristol Temple Meads with no changes required. Train services run all day from 5.12am until 23.52, giving travellers plenty of choices to plan their journey. Booking online in advance often makes the ticket price cheaper when compared with buying tickets at the station.