How far is Gloucester from Bristol?

Gloucester and Bristol are 33 miles (52 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Gloucester to Bristol leave from Gloucester Bus Station and arrive at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival 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 Brandon Hill Nature Park, Bristol Hippodrome, Brunel’s SS Great Britain, Bristol Aquarium and The Red Lodge Museum and Knot Garden.

Bus Gloucester to Bristol from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Gloucester to Bristol on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	1h	11:30am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:45am	Gloucester	50m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	2:45am	Gloucester	50m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Gloucester	50m	7:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Gloucester	50m	7:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Gloucester to Bristol on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30am	Gloucester (Transport Hub)	1h	11:30am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:45am	Gloucester	50m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	2:45am	Gloucester	50m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Gloucester	50m	7:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Gloucester	50m	7:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Gloucester to Bristol

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 33 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

33mAverage Duration

24 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $19	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$9 - $42	Average Duration33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29711 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 $13

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.

July 14, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,326 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.

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

Where are the popular stops in Gloucester and Bristol?

Stops in Gloucester

A - Gloucester Bus Station

B - Gloucester Quays Bus Station

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 Gloucester to Bristol by bus

How far is Gloucester from Bristol?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gloucester to Bristol?
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

11/13

$5

11/14

$13

Today

$7

11/16

$6

11/17

$5

11/18

$5

11/19

$5

11/20

$5

The cheapest trip from Gloucester to Bristol was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $5

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 $5 to $22 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 $5 which is on 2025-11-18.

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.