Bus from Birmingham to Bristol: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Bristol on March 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
Coach Station
Bristol, Bus & Coach StationCheapest
National ExpressBus
Birmingham (Bearwood), Hagley Road
Bristol, Bus & Coach StationFastest
National ExpressBus
Coach Station
Bristol, Bus & Coach StationNo tags
FlixbusBus
Great Charles Street Queensway
Bristol, Bus & Coach StationNo tags
National ExpressBus
Coach Station
Bristol, Bus & Coach StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:50 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Bristol

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day
2h 5mAverage Duration
123 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$12 - $65Average Duration2h 5m
3kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$28 - $370Average Duration1h 15m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Bristol by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Bristol?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Bristol start from $12. The average price for this route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Bristol?

    The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Bristol is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 123 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express.

  3. Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Bristol route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Bristol?

    The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Bristol at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Bristol?

    A bus trip from Birmingham to Bristol generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Bristol?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29875 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Bristol?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Bristol?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Bristol?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-21
$11
03-22
$14
Today
$13
03-24
$10
03-25
$10
03-26
$9
03-27
$9
03-28
$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Bristol was searched and found on Mar 26, 2026 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Bristol, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $47 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2026-03-26.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Birmingham to Bristol?

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