How much is the bus ticket from Cheltenham to Bristol?

The cheapest coach tickets from Cheltenham to Bristol start from £6. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cheltenham to Bristol?

The average bus journey time from Cheltenham to Bristol is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 38 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 50m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Cheltenham to Bristol route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cheltenham to Bristol?

The earliest bus departs from Cheltenham to Bristol at 02:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cheltenham to Bristol?

A bus journey from Cheltenham to Bristol produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Cheltenham 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 29754 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cheltenham to Bristol?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cheltenham to Bristol?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cheltenham 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.

Bus Cheltenham to Bristol from £3 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cheltenham to Bristol on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	1h	18:00	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:00	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	55m	19:55	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	17:10	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 45m	19:55	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	17:10	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 45m	19:55	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	18:35	Royal Well Bus Station	2h 40m	21:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cheltenham to Bristol on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:45	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	55m	11:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cheltenham to Bristol on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:25	Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)	1h	15:25	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:45	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	55m	11:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cheltenham to Bristol on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:25	Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)	1h	15:25	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:45	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	55m	11:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cheltenham to Bristol on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:25	Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)	1h	15:25	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:45	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	55m	11:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Cheltenham to Bristol on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:25	Cheltenham (Arle Court Transport Hub)	1h	15:25	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:45	Arle Court P&R (Bay 4)	55m	11:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	02:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:15	Royal Well Bus Station	1h 20m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 13:50 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Bristol

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 38 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23train per day

38mAverage duration

33 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £135	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£6 - £33	Average duration38m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cheltenham and Bristol?

Stops in Cheltenham

A
Royal Well Bus Station
Royal Well Road, Cheltenham GL50
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Stops in Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Westbury Road
Stop B, Westbury Rd, Bristol BS9 1FH, UK
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C
The Centre
CC, Zed Alley, Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom
D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK
E
Bond St
12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK
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F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,754 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29754 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £8

National Express Cheltenham Bristol recent customer reviews

Very comfortable ride, driver polite and professional, one negative was the bus was late and I needed to get to Bristol Heart hospital on time to see husband. But as the driver caught up on the time , I was only 15 mins late which didn't really matter. Would take the bus again.

Dawn H.

26 November 2019

Great as usual. Comfortable and good bag storage

Sandra W.

14 October 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,561 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,284 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

According to customer reviews, the bus service experienced significant delays and cold temperatures onboard. Some customers expressed their dissatisfaction with the service, mentioning that it was over an hour late and uncomfortably cold. Additionally, there were negative comments about the overall experience being horrendous and a lack of concern from staff despite being more than 2 hours late.

Megabus Cheltenham Bristol recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy the fact that I was waiting 1h and 15 minutes in temperature -4 and my bus didn't arrive.

Natalia W.

2 December 2023

Bus got late by one hour. This is the second time I am experiencing this. The last time it was two and the half hour

Olalekan O.

22 July 2023

Horrendous! Can’t even believe that a service like this is legal in the UK. Over 2 hours late and they just didn’t care

Katie G.

26 November 2022

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cheltenham to Bristol

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

How much is the bus ticket from Cheltenham to Bristol?
The cheapest coach tickets from Cheltenham to Bristol start from £6. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cheltenham to Bristol?
The average bus journey time from Cheltenham to Bristol is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 38 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 50m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Cheltenham to Bristol route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cheltenham to Bristol?
The earliest bus departs from Cheltenham to Bristol at 02:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cheltenham to Bristol?
A bus journey from Cheltenham to Bristol produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Cheltenham 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 29754 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Cheltenham to Bristol?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cheltenham to Bristol?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cheltenham 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

07/12

£5

08/12

£4

Today

£11

10/12

£11

11/12

£4

12/12

£4

13/12

£5

14/12

£5

The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Bristol was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £4

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

You can expect to pay from £4 to £19 for a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2025-12-11.

Usually National Express 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.