The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Norwich
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€35
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 €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Norwich on Sun, Jan 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 18 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, Jan 18 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. 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 €14, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 297 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €177 Average price |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m 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 tomorrow, Sunday, January 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 AM Bristol | 6h40 | 1:10 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Bristol | 7h05 | 10:50 PM Norwich | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Norwich
Buses from Bristol to Norwich run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 297 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 297 km |
Average bus duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 04:45 |
Last bus 21:00 |
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 €14. 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.

When departing from Bristol, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Airport and Bristol, Station Approach (Temple Meads - Stop T1). When arriving in Norwich, you can end your trip in coach stations like Norwich, Bus Station, Norwich, University of East Anglia and Norwich, Bus Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Airport Bus Station, which is located around 8.9 miles (14.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Norwich, Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bristol to Norwich
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A1, A2
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