The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Slough
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€14
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 50 m
Buses on Sep 18
23
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Slough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Slough will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Slough without transferring at least once.
NX040 · RE7025:10 AM5h12Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)10:22 AMSlough, Wellington Street€121One-way1 transfer
NX040 · RE7026:10 AM5h12Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)11:22 AMSlough, Wellington Street€121One-way1 transfer
NX040 · RE7023:45 AM5h15Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)9:00 AMSlough, Wellington Street€121One-way1 transfer
NX040 · RE7024:30 AM5h12Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)9:42 AMSlough, Wellington Street€121One-way1 transfer
NX040 · RE7027:00 PM4h37Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)11:37 PMSlough, Wellington Street€121One-way1 transfer
NX040 · RE7028:05 PM4h32Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)12:37 AMSlough, Wellington Street€121One-way1 transfer
NX040 · RE7027:00 PM4h37Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)11:37 PMSlough, Wellington Street€121One-way1 transfer
NX040 · RE70210:30 AM4h55Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)3:25 PMSlough, Wellington Street€221One-way1 transfer
NX040 · RE7029:30 AM4h55Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)2:25 PMSlough, Wellington Street€171One-way1 transfer
NX040 · RE70211:15 AM5h10Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)4:25 PMSlough, Wellington Street€221One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bristol to Slough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Slough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. 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 €14, while a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 139 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price | €40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Slough:
A bus is €18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Slough costing on average €31.
Other travel options to Slough take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 59m.
Live departures
Bristol to Slough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Slough buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX040 · RE702 | 6:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h37 | 10:37 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 7:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h37 | 11:37 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 8:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h37 | 12:37 AM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
NX040 · RE702 | 3:45 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h15 | 9:00 AM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 4:30 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h12 | 9:42 AM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 5:10 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h12 | 10:22 AM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 6:10 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h12 | 11:22 AM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 7:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h10 | 12:25 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 7:30 AM Bristol, University Queens Road | 5h55 | 1:25 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 7:55 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h30 | 1:25 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 9:05 AM Bristol, University Queens Road | 5h20 | 2:25 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 9:30 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h55 | 2:25 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 10:30 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h55 | 3:25 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 11:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h10 | 4:25 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 12:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h23 | 5:43 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 12:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h38 | 6:28 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 12:55 PM Bristol, University Queens Road | 5h53 | 6:48 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 1:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h28 | 6:48 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 2:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h18 | 7:18 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 2:35 PM Bristol, University Queens Road | 5h46 | 8:21 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 3:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h21 | 8:21 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · RE702 | 4:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h13 | 9:18 PM Slough, Wellington Street | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Slough
Buses from Bristol to Slough run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 139 km distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 139 km |
Average bus duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 37m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
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Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Bristol to SloughYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Slough with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Slough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bristol to Slough
Most Bristol to Slough buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Slough, Wellington Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Slough bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre
Getting to Bristol, University Queens Road from Bristol city centre
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.
Which Slough station do buses from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Slough, Wellington Street from Slough city centre
Slough, Wellington Street bus station facilities and services
Slough, Wellington Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Slough, Wellington Street. ATMs are available at Slough, Wellington Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Slough, Wellington Street.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slough, Wellington Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Slough, Wellington Street: Bus stops accessible for wheelchairs.
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