How much is the bus ticket from Gloucester to Bristol?

The cheapest coach tickets from Gloucester 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.

Which bus companies service the Gloucester to Bristol route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Gloucester to Bristol at 02:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:20.

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

A bus journey from Gloucester to Bristol produces an estimated 1 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 Gloucester 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.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Bristol from £4 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Gloucester to Bristol on 24 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:20	Gloucester	55m	21:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:20	Gloucester	55m	21:15	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Bristol on 25 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	1h	11:30	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Gloucester	50m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Gloucester	50m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gloucester	50m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gloucester	50m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Bristol on 26 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	1h	11:30	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Gloucester	50m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Gloucester	50m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gloucester	50m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gloucester	50m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Bristol on 27 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	1h	11:30	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Gloucester	50m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Gloucester	50m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gloucester	50m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gloucester	50m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Gloucester to Bristol on 28 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	1h	11:30	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:45	Gloucester	50m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Gloucester	50m	03:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gloucester	50m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	06:45	Gloucester	50m	07:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gloucester 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20train per day

30mAverage duration

28 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£6 - £15	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £33	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Gloucester and Bristol?

Stops in Gloucester

A
Gloucester Bus Station
Gloucester Bus Station, 1-4 Station Rd, Gloucester GL1 1SZ, UK
B
Gloucester Quays Bus Station
Gloucester Quays, St Ann Way, Gloucester GL1 5SF, United Kingdom

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
F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,875 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 29875 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 £10

National Express Gloucester Bristol recent customer reviews

The bus never showed up! I had to run to the train station so I can make it to the airport or time! What a disappointment

Liuben K.

14 July 2024

FlixBus

3.5/512,354 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Gloucester 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 Gloucester to Bristol?
The cheapest coach tickets from Gloucester 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.
Which bus companies service the Gloucester to Bristol route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gloucester to Bristol?
The earliest bus departs from Gloucester to Bristol at 02:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gloucester to Bristol?
A bus journey from Gloucester to Bristol produces an estimated 1 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 Gloucester 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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Gloucester 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 Gloucester 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Gloucester 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

22/03

£5

23/03

£4

Today

£5

25/03

£4

26/03

£4

27/03

£5

28/03

£4

29/03

£4

The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Bristol was searched and found on 26 Mar 2026 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 Gloucester to Bristol as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £4 to £17 for a bus ticket from Gloucester to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £4, which is on 2026-03-26.

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.