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Coach from London to Bristol: Cheapest bus tickets to popular coach stations
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Coach from London to Bristol in 2hrs 20m (fastest journey)
Looking for cheap coach travel from London to Bristol? Our London to Bristol coaches run up to 32 times daily, with the fastest service reaching Bristol Coach Station in just 2 hours 20 minutes. Fares start from £5*, making coaches to Bristol a proper affordable alternative to the train. Skip the stress of driving on the M4 and let us take care of the journey. Use the Journey Planner above to find your journey.
Coach from London to Bristol in 2hrs 20m (fastest journey)
Looking for cheap coach travel from London to Bristol? Our London to Bristol coaches run up to 32 times daily, with the fastest service reaching Bristol Coach Station in just 2 hours 20 minutes. Fares start from £5*, making coaches to Bristol a proper affordable alternative to the train. Skip the stress of driving on the M4 and let us take care of the journey. Use the Journey Planner above to find your journey.
London to Bristol journey information | |
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Fastest journey time | 2 hrs 20 mins |
Cheapest price | From £5 |
Distance (approx) | 219km (from London Victoria) |
No. of stops | 0 (fastest service, other services may vary) |
First & last journey daily | 1.00am/23.59pm departing from London Victoria |
Departing from London
From Victoria Coach Station to Bristol, getting started couldn't be simpler. London Victoria Coach Station is brilliantly connected, just a 300-metre stroll from the tube network, served by the Victoria, District, and Circle Lines. You'll find a convenient bus stop directly outside with plenty of routes from the city centre. Need the train? Victoria Rail Station is only 300 metres away, and there's a handy taxi rank outside the coach station on Eccleston Place.
Whether you're catching a London Victoria to Bristol coach for a weekend break or heading off on a longer trip, getting to the station is easy from anywhere in London. Take a look at our London Victoria Station facilities.
Arriving at Bristol Coach Station
Bristol Bus Station sits on Marlborough Street, a quick 8-minute walk from the heart of the city. It's well served by regular bus routes, making it easy to hop on a bus to Bristol's top attractions once you arrive. Parking is also available nearby at St James Barton Car Park (postcode: BS1 3LJ).
Travelling as a family? You'll enjoy a generous luggage allowance and comfortable seats for everyone. Heading to Bristol solo? Your driver will help load and unload your bags, so there's no heavy lifting to worry about. Need a coach to London from Bristol? We run buses from London to Bristol and back throughout the day, so your return trip is sorted too. Take a look at our Bristol Bus Station facilities.
Our London to Bristol services and stops
Click below to see the stops for each service and plan your journey.
Our 040 service travels up to 31 times a day and calls at the following stops:
London Victoria Coach Station
London (Hammersmith)
University of the West of England
Bristol Coach Station
University of Bristol
Bristol (Clifton Down)
Bristol (Black Boy Hill)
Bristol (White Tree)
Our 502 service travels up to 1 time a day and calls at the following stops:
- London Victoria Coach Station
- Heathrow Airport, Central Bus Station
- Bristol Coach Station
Perfect for
✅ Budget-conscious students heading to UWE or University of Bristol for less
✅ Weekend explorers after a cheap and cheerful city break in Bristol
✅ Families travelling together with a generous luggage allowance and comfy seats
Your next Bristol adventure is closer than you think. Book your tickets to Bristol now.
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Routes to Bristol
Frequently asked questions
Our first coach leaves London Victoria Coach Station at 1.00am, arriving at Bristol Coach Station at 3.20am. It's a brilliant option if you need to travel through the night or reach Bristol early.
The last coach departs London Victoria Coach Station at 23.59pm, arriving at Bristol Coach Station at 2.20am, so you can enjoy a full evening in London before heading to Bristol.
Our London Bristol coach fares offer great value, so you can travel for less. Book early for the best deals.
Our fastest London to Bristol coach offers a swift, direct ride. Other services may take a little longer depending on the stops along the route.
We have fare types available to give you more flexibility when you travel. Both our Standard and Fully Flexible fares are amendable, however, excess fees may apply. For more information, please visit our tickets page.
Alternatively, when buying your ticket you can add Change and Go to your booking. Change and Go allows you to board any available coach 12 hours before or after your original departure time for just £5 per journey. Find out more at our Change and Go page.
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