Bristol to Stroud bus with National Express

Wed, Nov 04
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Stroud

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
€19
Average ticket price on Nov 04
€19
Fastest journey on Nov 04
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
2 h 40 m
Buses on Nov 04
2
Distance
43 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Stroud will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.

Fast buses

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 buses from Bristol to Stroud, including 2 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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.

  • National Express
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Stroud

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Buses from Bristol to Stroud run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €15 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 43 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 €15
Distance
43 km
Average bus duration
1h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
€18
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
1h 10m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €15

Frequently asked questions about your Bristol to Stroud trip

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

Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Stroud can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Stroud is €19; 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 Stroud leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Stroud leaves at 11:55 PM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Bristol to Stroud which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Live departures

Bristol to Stroud bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Stroud buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express6:00 AM Bristol
2h40
8:40 AM Stroud0 transfersDirect
National Express7:00 AM Bristol
2h40
9:40 AM Stroud0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Bristol to Stroud buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Bristol to Stroud.
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Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to StroudYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Stroud with National Express for as low as €15. 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
€18
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.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bristol and Stroud

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

FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Stroud

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

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

Popular bus stations from Bristol to Stroud

Most Bristol to Stroud buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Stroud, Merrywalks station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Stroud 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 Stroud
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

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