Brighton to Bristol bus with National Express

Wed, Nov 05
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to Bristol

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€13

Average price

€21

Fastest journey

5 h 30 m

Average duration

7 h 6 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

185 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brighton to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Bristol will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Brighton for Bristol on Wed, Nov 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 185 km distance in an average of 7 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 10 h 55 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
04:10PM6h45
Brighton
10:55PMBristol
131One-way
0 transfers
National Express
09:45PM11h00
Brighton
08:45AMBristol
181One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
07:10PM5h30
Brighton
12:40AMBristol
201One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
07:00PM5h40
Brighton
12:40AMBristol
271One-way
0 transfers
National Express
04:17PM6h38
Brighton
10:55PMBristol
291One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Brighton to Bristol

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 18m. 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 bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €18.

Distance: 185 km

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Bus
Train

€18

Average price

Cheapest

€54

Average price

5h 50m

Average total duration

5h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Brighton to Bristol bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:45 PM
Last updated at 10:45 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express4:17 PM Brighton
6h38
10:55 PM Bristol0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus7:00 PM Brighton
5h40
12:40 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus7:10 PM Brighton
5h30
12:40 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
national_express9:45 PM Brighton
11h00
8:45 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect
national_express9:50 PM Brighton
10h55
8:45 AM Bristol0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Bristol

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Buses from Brighton to Bristol run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 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
185 km
Average bus duration
5h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Buses per day
17
Fastest bus
5h 30m
First bus
00:25
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, Metrobus from Brighton to BristolYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Bristol with National Express, Metrobus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 25m
Cheapest Price
€10
National Express frequency
16 a day
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.

Metrobus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 3m
Cheapest Price
€26
Metrobus frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Bus from Brighton to Bristol

FAQs: Take the bus from Brighton 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 Brighton to Bristol.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Bristol can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Bristol is €26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Brighton and Bristol is on average 6 h 38 min   for the 185 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Brighton and Bristol by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to Bristol leaves at 14: 57. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to Bristol leaves at 22: 50.
There are 15 coaches a day from Brighton to Bristol which require at least one change with National Express or Metrobus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Brighton to Bristol, you can count on National Express or Metrobus for the best way to get you to Bristol. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Brighton and Bristol and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to Bristol is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Bristol from Brighton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Brighton to Bristol has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Bristol.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Bristol.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Brighton to Bristol, follow these tips:

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

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