Bristol to Minehead bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Minehead

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 15

Cheapest price on Sep 15

€18

Average ticket price on Sep 15

€18

Fastest journey on Sep 15

3 h 34 m

Average journey duration on Sep 15

3 h 54 m

Buses on Sep 15

3

Distance

67 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Minehead will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast buses

On Tue, Sep 15, we found 3 buses from Bristol to Minehead, including 3 direct services.

On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 67 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .

On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 4 h 29 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
    9:20 AM3h39
    Bristol
    12:59 PMMinehead
    €181One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    3:35 PM4h29
    Bristol
    8:04 PMMinehead
    €181One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    10:20 AM3h34
    Bristol
    1:54 PMMinehead
    €191One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bristol to Minehead

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Minehead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €25.

Distance: 67 km

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Train
Driving

€18

Average price

Cheapest

€25

Average price

€30

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 0m

Average total duration

2h 30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 47m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

National Express

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Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

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Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Minehead is a bus with an average price of €18.

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

A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Minehead costing on average €25.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Minehead is by train with an average journey time of 1h 38m.

Other travel options to Minehead take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 30m.

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

Live departures

Bristol to Minehead bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Minehead buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX105 · TM284:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h13
8:13 PM Minehead, Butlins1 transfer
National ExpressNX105 · TM284:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h08
8:08 PM Minehead, Bancks Street / The Parade1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all buses services from Bristol to Minehead.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Minehead

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Buses from Bristol to Minehead run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 05:22, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 67 km distance in 3h 34m.

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
67 km
Average bus duration
2h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
€16
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
3h 34m
First bus
5:22 AM
Last bus
9:45 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
1 day
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 MineheadYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Minehead with National Express for as low as €16. 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
3h 34m
Cheapest National Express Price
€16
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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Minehead

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Minehead can start from as little as €16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Minehead is €18; 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 Minehead is 3h 34m to travel the 67 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 Minehead leaves at 5:22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Minehead leaves at 9:45 PM.
There are 4 coaches a day from Bristol to Minehead 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 Minehead, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Minehead. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Minehead 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, Airport Bus Station . When arriving in Minehead , you can end your trip in coach stations like Minehead, Bancks Street / The Parade, Minehead, Butlins .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 Minehead, Bancks Street / The Parade, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Minehead from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 34m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Minehead is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Minehead including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Minehead:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Minehead for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Minehead 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 Minehead.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Minehead:
  • 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 Minehead:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Minehead.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Minehead with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Minehead with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Minehead with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bristol to Minehead

Most Bristol to Minehead buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Minehead, Bancks Street / The Parade station pair, with some services arriving at Minehead, Butlins. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Minehead 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 Minehead
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, Airport Bus Station
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport Bus Station from Bristol city centre

BusFal · 19m · €11 · every ~4 min
A1 · 29m · €4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 32m · €4 · every ~30 min
A1 · 39m · €4 · every ~30 min

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