4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Norwich
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Norwich will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Norwich on Sun, Apr 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 19 the direct buses cover the 297 km distance in an average of 6 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Sun, Apr 19 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.
7:30 AM6h40Bristol2:10 PMNorwich€321One-way0 transfers- 4:45 PM7h05Bristol11:50 PMNorwich€331One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 AM6h40Bristol2:10 PMNorwich€321One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 PM7h05Bristol11:50 PMNorwich€331One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 297 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €169 Average price |
7h 18m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Norwich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Norwich buses for today, Saturday, April 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX040 · NX490 | Delayed 12:20 AM 7:30 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h50 | 2:35 PM 2:35 PMNorwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NX491 | Delayed 12:20 AM 11:30 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h00 | 10:45 PM 10:45 PMNorwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h55 | 7:55 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX040 · NX491 | Delayed 12:20 AM 4:45 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 7h00 | 11:45 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Norwich
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bristol to Norwich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 297 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 297 km |
Average bus duration 6h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Bristol to NorwichYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Norwich with National Express, Megabus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Norwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Norwich 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 Norwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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