Bristol to Winchester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Winchester

Showing times and prices for Jan 31

Cheapest price

€18

Average price

€26

Fastest journey

5 h 10 m

Average duration

6 h 10 m

Buses per day

3

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 €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Bristol for Winchester on Sat, Jan 31, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .

On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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
08:15PM5h10
Bristol
01:25AMWinchester
181One-way
0 transfers
National Express
07:30PM5h25
Bristol
12:55AMWinchester
281One-way
0 transfers
National Express
01:20PM7h55
Bristol
09:15PMWinchester
321One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus 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 prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 99 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€27

Average price

Cheapest

€33

Average price

4h 53m

Average total duration

4h 23m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Most popular train company

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Live departures

Bristol to Winchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Winchester buses for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 3:44 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_express3:45 PM Bristol
5h40
9:25 PM Winchester0 transfersDirect
national_express8:15 PM Bristol
5h10
1:25 AM Winchester0 transfersDirect
Saturday, January 31
national_express1:20 PM Bristol
7h55
9:15 PM 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 13 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €12 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 02:07, the last at 23:55. 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 €12
Distance
99 km
Average bus duration
4h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
5h 10m
First bus
02:07
Last bus
23:55
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 €12

Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to WinchesterYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Winchester with National Express for as low as €12. 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 Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest Price
€17
National Express frequency
14 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 €19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Winchester is €27; 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 11:55 PM.
There are 13 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, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, University Queens Road, Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange), Bristol, Clifton Down . 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) .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Winchester, St Catherines Park & Ride, located 0 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 July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Winchester including taking a train and bus.
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

Bristol
Winchester
The major bus station for departures in Bristol is Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) for your trip from Bristol to Winchester.
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