How far is Brighton from Bristol?

Brighton and Bristol are 115 miles (186 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Brighton to Bristol?

Most of the buses traveling from Brighton to Bristol leave from Pool Valley Coach Station and arrive at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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 Bristol Harbourside Tours, Arnolfini, The Red Lodge Museum and Knot Garden, St Mary Redcliffe Church and Old City.

Bus Brighton to Bristol from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Brighton to Bristol on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:17pm	Withdean Park (near The Deneway)	7h 8m	11:25pm	Bristol University Queens Road	Cheapest
Bus	8:15am	Brighton (Preston Park)	5h 30m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	4:50am	Withdean Park (near The Deneway)	7h 50m	12:40pm	Bristol University Queens Road	No tags
Bus	8:05am	Brighton (Coach Station)	5h 40m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:50am	Withdean Park (near The Deneway)	7h 50m	12:40pm	Bristol University Queens Road	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Brighton (Coach Station)	6h 45m	4:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:50am	Withdean Park (near The Deneway)	7h 50m	12:40pm	Bristol University Queens Road	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Brighton (Coach Station)	5h 40m	5:40pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Brighton to Bristol on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:50am	Withdean Park (near The Deneway)	7h 5m	11:55am	Bristol University Queens Road	Cheapest
Bus	12:10pm	Brighton (Preston Park)	5h 30m	5:40pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	4:50am	Withdean Park (near The Deneway)	7h 5m	11:55am	Bristol University Queens Road	No tags
Bus	8:05am	Brighton (Coach Station)	6h 40m	2:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:50am	Withdean Park (near The Deneway)	7h 5m	11:55am	Bristol University Queens Road	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Brighton (Coach Station)	6h 45m	4:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	5:46am	Withdean Park (near The Deneway)	7h 54m	1:40pm	Bristol University Queens Road	No tags
Bus	12:00pm	Brighton (Coach Station)	5h 40m	5:40pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 11:37 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Brighton 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 3 hours and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage Duration

115 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $44	Average Duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $18	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29708 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 $11

National Express Brighton Bristol recent customer reviews

The bus was cancelled without explanation they put us on a bus going to a different place and added our stop right at the end so we ended up being in the bus for 2 extra hour’s. The staff were trying there best though and were civil

Anja C.

July 12, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,288 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.

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Where are the popular stops in Brighton and Bristol?

Stops in Brighton

A - Pool Valley Coach Station

B - Brighton

C - Brighton Amex Stadium

D - Rottingdean Bus Stop

Stops in Bristol

A - Bristol, Bus & Coach Station

B - Westbury Road

C - The Centre

D - Park Avenue

E - Bond St

F - Cribbs Causeway

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Brighton to Bristol by bus

How far is Brighton from Bristol?
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What are the best sights and things to do in Bristol?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/10

$9

11/11

$11

Today

$11

11/13

$15

11/14

$14

11/15

$15

11/16

$17

11/17

$12

The cheapest trip from Brighton to Bristol was searched and found on Nov 10, 2025 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 Brighton to Bristol, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $48 for a bus ticket from Brighton to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-11-17.