The cheapest and fastest buses from Norwich to Bristol
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Norwich to Bristol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Bristol will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
It's difficult to get from Norwich to Bristol without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for Norwich to Bristol
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Bristol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 297 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €161 Average price |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Norwich to Bristol bus times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to Bristol buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 AM Norwich | 6h45 | 3:15 PM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Norwich | 7h20 | 7:50 PM Bristol | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Norwich to Bristol
Buses from Norwich to Bristol run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 297 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 297 km |
Average bus duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 04:45 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Norwich to BristolYou can travel by bus between Norwich to Bristol with National Express, Megabus for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Norwich to Bristol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich to Bristol 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Norwich, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Norwich, Bus Station, Norwich, Bus Station and Norwich, University of East Anglia. When arriving in Bristol, you can end your journey in coach stations like Bristol, Airport Bus Station, Bristol, Airport and Bristol, Station Approach (Temple Meads - Stop T1).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Norwich, Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bristol, Airport Bus Station, located 8.9 miles (14.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Norwich to Bristol
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A1, A2
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