The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€19
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 21 m
Buses on Sep 19
59
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 59 buses from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), including 56 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
FlixBus5:30 AM2h45London, Victoria Coach Station8:15 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 PM2h40London, Victoria Coach Station12:40 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:30 PM2h45London, Victoria Coach Station12:15 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:30 PM2h50London, Victoria Coach Station4:20 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 AM3h00London, Victoria Coach Station10:30 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€81One-way0 transfers
NX0401:00 AM2h20London, Victoria Coach Station3:20 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€191One-way0 transfers
NX04010:30 PM2h20London, Victoria Coach Station12:50 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€191One-way0 transfers
NX04011:00 PM2h20London, Victoria Coach Station1:20 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€251One-way0 transfers
NX04011:59 PM2h21London, Victoria Coach Station2:20 AMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€301One-way0 transfers
NX0405:25 PM2h25London, Hammersmith Bridge Road7:50 PMBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)€141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €61.
Distance: 170 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €61 Average price | €27 Average price | €61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI):
A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) costing on average €34.
Other travel options to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
Live departures
London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX040 | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 11:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 11:05 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 11:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h35 | 12:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 12:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 12:40 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 12:50 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 1:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h06 | 3:05 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h21 | 2:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 1:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h20 | 3:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX209 | 2:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 5:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 8:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 9:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:30 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 10:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:00 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:20 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 11:15 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 11:45 AM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 12:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 12:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 12:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 1:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 1:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 1:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 10:50 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h40 | 1:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX202 | 11:20 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h25 | 2:45 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 2:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 11:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 2:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 12:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 3:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX200 | 12:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h15 | 3:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 3:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 4:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 4:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 4:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 4:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX200 | 1:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h45 | 5:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 5:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 5:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 6:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 5:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 3:25 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h35 | 6:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 6:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 7:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 7:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 4:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 7:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 7:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 8:10 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 5:25 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2h25 | 7:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 8:25 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 8:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 8:50 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 8:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 9:30 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h40 | 9:40 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 7:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 9:55 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 | 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 10:15 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 10:20 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Buses from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) run on average 41 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 39 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 22:59. The fastest bus covers the 170 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 170 km |
Average bus duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 41 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 10:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)You can travel by bus between London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) 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 Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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 London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Most London to Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
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