What is the travel distance from Bridgend to Bristol?

The distance separating Bridgend and Bristol is 43 miles (69 km).

What are the best sights and things to do in Bristol?

Once in Bristol, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are We The Curious, Brunel’s SS Great Britain, Clifton Suspension Bridge, Brandon Hill Nature Park and Bristol Hippodrome.

Bus Bridgend to Bristol from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bridgend to Bristol on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h 25m	6:55am	Airport Bus Station Bristol	Cheapest
Bus	10:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	12:45am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h	3:45am	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Bridgend to Bristol on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h 20m	10:05am	Airport Bus Station Bristol	Cheapest
Bus	10:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	12:45am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h	3:45am	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Bridgend to Bristol on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h 20m	10:05am	Airport Bus Station Bristol	Cheapest
Bus	10:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	12:45am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h	3:45am	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Bridgend to Bristol on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:20pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	3h	7:20pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	12:45am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h	3:45am	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	3:40am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Bridgend to Bristol on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:10am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	6:05am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	3:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	3:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h	3:45am	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	4:00am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	5:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:18 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Bridgend to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

43 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $42	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $65	Average Duration59m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$13 - $13	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,343 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

National Express

4/529,712 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29712 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $9

National Express Bridgend Bristol recent customer reviews

Bus turned up 35 mins late, online tracking said it was on time. No answer on the phone from customer service. No acknowledgement or apology from staff on bus

Jenay L.

August 1, 2021

Sitting at the rear end of coach the toilet door / frame kept making grating noises during journey .it could be a simple fix to make journey less noisy .

Frank F.

September 7, 2019

Very good service

Gemma S.

August 28, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bridgend to Bristol by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/15

$9

11/16

$10

Today

$9

11/18

$8

11/19

$7

11/20

$7

11/21

$9

11/22

$9

The cheapest trip from Bridgend to Bristol was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $7

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

You can expect to pay from $7 to $43 for a bus ticket from Bridgend to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-11-19.

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.