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Tomorrow26 Jul
Sun27 Jul
Mon28 Jul
from US$63
Tue29 Jul
Wed30 Jul
Thu31 Jul
from US$57
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 28 July at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Edinburgh Zoo South
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 28 July at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol Uni of West England
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 July at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Airport Bus Station Bristol
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 July at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: 28 July at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 July at
    Departure city: Edinburgh
    Departure location: Bus Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Bristol
    Destination location: Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Bristol

Bus
Average priceUS$37 - US$199Average duration15h 25m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$94 - US$705Average duration6h 14m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$51 - US$51Average duration6h 50m
21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Edinburgh to Bristol

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
6h 50mAverage duration
US$51Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Edinburgh to Bristol: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$61
Average bus trip duration15h 25m
Number of daily buses20
Earliest bus departure06:15
Distance309 miles
Latest bus departure23:40

Edinburgh to Bristol Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Edinburgh - Bristol

  1. What's the distance between Edinburgh and Bristol by coach?

    The journey from Edinburgh to Bristol by coach covers an approximate distance of 312 miles (503 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Edinburgh to Bristol without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
23/07
US$44
24/07
US$41
Today
US$61
26/07
US$51
27/07
US$55
28/07
US$59
29/07
US$47
30/07
US$44
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Bristol was searched and found on 24 Jul 2025 with a price of US$41

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

You can expect to pay from US$41 to US$150 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$44, which is on 2025-07-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Edinburgh and Bristol!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Edinburgh to Bristol, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Edinburgh to Bristol will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Edinburgh to Bristol, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Bus from Edinburgh to Bristol

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