How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to Bristol?

The cheapest bus tickets from Nottingham to Bristol start from $23. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Nottingham to Bristol?

The average bus travel time from Nottingham to Bristol is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 193 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Nottingham to Bristol route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Nottingham to Bristol?

The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Bristol at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Nottingham to Bristol generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Nottingham 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 29818 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Bristol from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Nottingham to Bristol on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	14h 10m	11:30am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:15pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 20m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	7:15pm	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	8h 20m	3:35am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Bristol on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	4h 50m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	4h 50m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	4h 50m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Bristol on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	6h 15m	3:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	6h 15m	3:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	6h 15m	3:10pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Bristol on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 45m	2:40pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 45m	2:40pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 45m	2:40pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Bristol on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 45m	2:40pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 45m	2:40pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 45m	2:40pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Bristol on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	University of Nottingham	7h 35m	4:25pm	Bristol Uni of West England	Cheapest
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	4h 50m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	5:00pm	Nottingham	6h 35m	11:35pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:00am	University of Nottingham	7h 50m	10:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Bristol on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:10am	University of Nottingham	8h 35m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	4h 50m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	5:00pm	Nottingham	6h 35m	11:35pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:05am	University of Nottingham	7h 45m	10:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Nottingham to Bristol on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	4h 50m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	5h 20m	9:50am	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	4h 50m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	8:55am	Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station	4h 50m	1:45pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Nottingham to Bristol

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

194 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $161	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$65 - $541	Average Duration2h 51m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$38 - $56	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Nottingham and Bristol?

Stops in Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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B
34 Long Row W
34 Long Row W, Nottingham NG1 2DR, UK
Map
C
33 Derby Rd
33 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG7 2QB, UK
Visit page Map

Stops in Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
Visit page Map
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
Map
D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK
Map
E
Bond St
12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK
Visit page Map
F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK
Map

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,992 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

National Express

4/529,837 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29837 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 WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $29

National Express Nottingham Bristol recent customer reviews

The driver was so so great!! Couldn't rate him highly enough - he was friendly and chatted to us. He helped us out when we had an issue. I'm not a huge coach fan but based on him I would travel by coach again. He was brilliant!!

Emma R.

May 13, 2018

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Bristol by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Nottingham to Bristol?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nottingham to Bristol start from $23. The average price for this route is around $56. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Nottingham to Bristol?
The average bus travel time from Nottingham to Bristol is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 193 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Nottingham to Bristol route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Nottingham to Bristol?
The earliest bus departs from Nottingham to Bristol at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nottingham to Bristol?
A bus trip from Nottingham to Bristol generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Nottingham 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 29818 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nottingham to Bristol?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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.

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$44

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$17

The cheapest trip from Nottingham to Bristol was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $44 for a bus ticket from Nottingham to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2026-01-15.