Bristol to Bath bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Bath

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 01
Cheapest price on Nov 01
€0
Average ticket price on Nov 01
-€0
Fastest journey on Nov 01
39 m
Average journey duration on Nov 01
39 m
Buses on Nov 01
41
Distance
19 km
Cheap tickets

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

Fast buses

On Sun, Nov 01, we found 41 buses from Bristol to Bath, including 41 direct services.

On Sun, Nov 01 the direct buses cover the 19 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 39 m .

On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest buses will take 40 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.

  • First Bristol, Bath & the West
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  • First Bristol, Bath & the West
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  • First Bristol, Bath & the West
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  • First Bristol, Bath & the West
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Bath

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Buses from Bristol to Bath run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €13 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 19 km distance in 1h 10m.

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 €13
Distance
19 km
Average bus duration
1h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
1h 10m
First bus
12:02 AM
Last bus
11:53 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
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 €13

Frequently asked questions about your Bristol to Bath trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bristol to Bath.

Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Bath can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Bath is €14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Bristol to Bath leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Bath leaves at 11:53 PM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Bristol to Bath which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Live departures

Bristol to Bath bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bath buses for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
First Bristol, Bath & the West3:20 AM Bristol
0h39
3:59 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West4:20 AM Bristol
0h39
4:59 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West8:15 AM Bristol
0h39
8:54 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West8:45 AM Bristol
0h39
9:24 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West9:16 AM Bristol
0h41
9:57 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West9:36 AM Bristol
0h41
10:17 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West9:56 AM Bristol
0h41
10:37 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West10:17 AM Bristol
0h43
11:00 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West10:37 AM Bristol
0h43
11:20 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West10:57 AM Bristol
0h43
11:40 AM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West11:22 AM Bristol
0h50
12:12 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West11:42 AM Bristol
0h50
12:32 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West12:02 PM Bristol
0h50
12:52 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West12:28 PM Bristol
0h49
1:17 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West12:48 PM Bristol
0h49
1:37 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West1:08 PM Bristol
0h49
1:57 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West1:33 PM Bristol
0h50
2:23 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West1:53 PM Bristol
0h50
2:43 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West2:14 PM Bristol
0h46
3:00 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West2:34 PM Bristol
0h46
3:20 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West2:54 PM Bristol
0h46
3:40 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West3:14 PM Bristol
0h44
3:58 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West3:34 PM Bristol
0h44
4:18 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West3:54 PM Bristol
0h44
4:38 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West4:13 PM Bristol
0h44
4:57 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West4:33 PM Bristol
0h44
5:17 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West4:53 PM Bristol
0h44
5:37 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West5:14 PM Bristol
0h42
5:56 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West5:34 PM Bristol
0h42
6:16 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West5:54 PM Bristol
0h42
6:36 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West6:13 PM Bristol
0h44
6:57 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West6:32 PM Bristol
0h41
7:13 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West6:47 PM Bristol
0h44
7:31 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West7:07 PM Bristol
0h44
7:51 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West7:28 PM Bristol
0h43
8:11 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West7:53 PM Bristol
0h43
8:36 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West8:22 PM Bristol
0h42
9:04 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West8:52 PM Bristol
0h42
9:34 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West9:23 PM Bristol
0h42
10:05 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West10:22 PM Bristol
0h43
11:05 PM Bath0 transfersDirect
First Bristol, Bath & the West11:21 PM Bristol
0h40
12:01 AM Bath0 transfersDirect

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Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to BathYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Bath with National Express for as low as €13. 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
1h 10m
Cheapest National Express Price
€13
National Express frequency
1 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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bristol and Bath

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Bristol to Bath, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bath. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Bath and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Bath:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Bath for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Bath 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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Bath.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Bath:
  • 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 Bath:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Bath.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Bath with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Bath with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Bath with the following coach company: National Express.

Buses from Bristol to Bath

Buses regularly leave Bristol for Bath, offering a quick connection between the two English cities. Every day, travelers can choose from a single National Express service, which generally leaves in mid-afternoon. Journey times are short, with buses reaching Bath in just 40-50 minutes.

Which bus companies travel from Bristol to Bath?

National Express is the sole operator of coaches on the Bristol to Bath route, providing a daily service that travels to Bath without needing a single change.

How long is the bus from Bristol to Bath?

Buses from Bristol to Bath never take long to get to their destination. Travelers can expect journey durations of between 40 and 50 minutes in virtually all cases, putting Bath within reach for day trips at any time.

How many buses are there from Bristol to Bath?

There aren't many buses between Bristol and Bath, but they leave every day, all year-round. Customers can book a single service between the two cities every day, which generally departs after 4:00 p.m. in the afternoon.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Bristol to Bath?

Departure Bus Station: All buses from Bristol to Bath will depart from Bristol's Marlborough Street Bus Station, not far from the popular Broadmead retail district and the Bearpit roundabout. Marlborough Street serves as a central hub for Bristol's local buses, so travelers should have no difficulties finding their way to the Bus Station. For instance, those coming from western Bristol and Weston Super Mare could take the X1X, the Y3 serves south Gloucestershire, and the X3 runs from Portishead. Local buses also run from Clifton and the University Campus, as well as Bristol Airport. Expect a transfer time from the airport of around 30 minutes.

Arrival Bus Station: Buses to Bath from Bristol will arrive at Bath Bus Station, which is located on Southgate Street in the city center. From there, attractions like Bath Abbey, the Roman Baths and the grave of Jane Austen are less than 10 minutes away by foot. Bath Railway Station is also just a couple of minutes away, providing connections to other West Country destinations. The Bus Station has strong local bus links, with the U1 serving the University of Bath, and bus number 3 running to the suburbs of Batheaston and Bathford - so onward travel should be simple, wherever travelers are headed.

FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Bath

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bristol to Bath

Most Bristol to Bath buses use the Bristol, University Queens Road to Bath, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Bath 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 Bath

Which Bristol station do buses to Bath leave from?

Buses from Bristol to Bath leave from Bristol, University Queens Road. The station is 1 km from Bristol city centre at Beacon House, Queens Rd, Bristol BS8 1QU, UK.
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.

Bus stations for Bristol to Bath

Check bus stations information for Bristol and Bath, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, University Queens Road, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bath, Bus Station, located 0 away from the city centre.

Most popular bus connections to Bath

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