Bristol to Aberystwyth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Aberystwyth

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€35

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€35

Fastest journey on Sep 17

6 h 55 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

6 h 55 m

Buses on Sep 17

1

Distance

148 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Aberystwyth will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Bristol to Aberystwyth without transferring at least once.

  • National ExpressNX101 · NX409
    11:50 AM6h55
    Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
    6:45 PMAberystwyth, Alexandra Road
    €351One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bristol to Aberystwyth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Aberystwyth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, while a train costs an average of €50.

Distance: 148 km

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Driving

€26

Average price

Cheapest

€50

Average price

€46

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 8m

Average total duration

5h 38m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 7m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Aberystwyth is a bus with an average price of €26.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Aberystwyth:

A bus is €25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Aberystwyth costing on average €50.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Aberystwyth is by train with an average journey time of 4h 20m.

Other travel options to Aberystwyth take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Aberystwyth including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Bristol to Aberystwyth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Aberystwyth buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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National ExpressNX101 · NX40911:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
6h55
6:45 PM Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Aberystwyth

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Buses from Bristol to Aberystwyth run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 04:54, the last at 18:28. The fastest bus covers the 148 km distance in 6h 15m.

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
148 km
Average bus duration
5h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
€22
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
6h 15m
First bus
4:54 AM
Last bus
6:28 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
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

Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to AberystwythYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Aberystwyth with National Express for as low as €22. 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 National Express Duration
6h 15m
Cheapest National Express Price
€22
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.
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Aberystwyth

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Aberystwyth by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Aberystwyth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Aberystwyth can start from as little as €22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Aberystwyth is €26; 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 Bristol to Aberystwyth is 6h 15m to travel the 148 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bristol to Aberystwyth leaves at 4:54 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Aberystwyth leaves at 6:28 PM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Bristol to Aberystwyth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bristol to Aberystwyth, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Aberystwyth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Aberystwyth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bristol , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange), Bristol, University Queens Road . When arriving in Aberystwyth , you can end your trip in coach stations like Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road, Aberystwyth, University .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Aberystwyth from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Aberystwyth is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Aberystwyth including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Aberystwyth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Aberystwyth for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Aberystwyth depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Bristol to Aberystwyth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Aberystwyth:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Aberystwyth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Aberystwyth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Aberystwyth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Aberystwyth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Aberystwyth with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bristol to Aberystwyth

Most Bristol to Aberystwyth buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Aberystwyth, Alexandra Road station pair, with some services arriving at Aberystwyth, University. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Aberystwyth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bristol
Arrival bus stations in Aberystwyth
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
Bristol, University Queens RoadBeacon House, Queens Rd, Bristol BS8 1QU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, University Queens Road from Bristol city centre

Bus72 · 11m · €4 · every ~8 min

Bristol, University Queens Road bus station facilities and services

Bristol, University Queens Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafes and eateries in vicinity.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Bristol, University Queens Road. ATMs are aTMs available at nearby locations.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bristol, University Queens Road.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, University Queens Road: Wheelchair accessible via ramps.

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