Bristol to Winchester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Winchester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€16

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€16

Fastest journey on Sep 17

5 h 40 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

5 h 40 m

Buses on Sep 17

1

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Winchester will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast buses

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 1 buses from Bristol to Winchester, including 1 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .

On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 5 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
    8:45 PM5h40
    Bristol
    2:25 AMWinchester
    161One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bristol to Winchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Winchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. 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 €23, while a train costs an average of €42.

Distance: 99 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

€23

Average price

Cheapest

€42

Average price

€32

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 38m

Average total duration

4h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 34m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

National Express

Most popular bus company

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Winchester is a bus with an average price of €23.

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

A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Winchester costing on average €42.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Winchester is by train with an average journey time of 1h 54m.

Other travel options to Winchester take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 8m.

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

Live departures

Bristol to Winchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Winchester buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express8:45 PM Bristol
5h40
2:25 AM Winchester0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Winchester

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Buses from Bristol to Winchester run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €17 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 02:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 99 km distance in 5h 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 €17
Distance
99 km
Average bus duration
4h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Buses per day
11
Fastest bus
5h 10m
First bus
2:07 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
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 €17

Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to WinchesterYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Winchester with National Express for as low as €17. 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
5h 10m
Cheapest National Express Price
€17
National Express frequency
5 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.

FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Winchester

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Winchester can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Winchester is €23; 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 Winchester is 5h 10m to travel the 99 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 Winchester leaves at 2:07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Winchester leaves at 11:50 PM.
There are 11 coaches a day from Bristol to Winchester 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 Winchester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Winchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Winchester 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, University Queens Road, Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange), Bristol, Clifton Down, Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Blackboy Hill, Bristol, White Tree . When arriving in Winchester , you can end your trip in coach stations like Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride, Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University), BoomTown Fair .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 Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Winchester from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Winchester is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Winchester including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Winchester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Winchester for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Winchester 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 Winchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Winchester:
  • 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 Winchester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Winchester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Winchester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Winchester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Winchester with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bristol to Winchester

Most Bristol to Winchester buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Winchester 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 Winchester
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, University Queens RoadBeacon House, Queens Rd, Bristol BS8 1QU, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, University Queens Road from Bristol city centre

Bus72 · 11m · €4 · every ~8 min

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.

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