Find coaches from Edinburgh to Bristol

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Next departures from Edinburgh to Bristol on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Drum Brae
Bristol, Bus & Coach StationCheapest
Flixbus
Bus Station
Bristol Uni of West EnglandFastest
Flixbus
Bus Station
Airport Bus Station Bristol No tags
Flixbus
Bus Station
Bristol, Bus & Coach StationNo tags
Flixbus
Bus Station
Bristol, Bus & Coach StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Bristol

busbud logoWe recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
6h 10mAverage duration
502 kmDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceUS$32 - US$172Average duration15h 23m
13kg CO₂e
Average priceUS$92 - US$702Average duration6h 15m
12kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceUS$49 - US$49Average duration6h 10m
21kg CO₂e

Bus Edinburgh to Bristol: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$46
Average bus trip duration15h 23m
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure06:35
Distance500 km
Latest bus departure23:40

Edinburgh to Bristol Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Edinburgh to Bristol. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Edinburgh to Bristol from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Discover how much the bus trip from Edinburgh to Bristol will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Edinburgh - Bristol

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Bristol cost?

    The bus ticket price from Edinburgh to Bristol starts at US$32. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Edinburgh to Bristol is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Edinburgh to Bristol?

    The average travel time between Edinburgh and Bristol is around 15h 23m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 503 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Edinburgh and Bristol?

    The number of buses from Edinburgh to Bristol can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 27 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Edinburgh to Bristol by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Edinburgh to Bristol?

    When taking the bus from Edinburgh to Bristol, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Megabus UK.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Edinburgh to Bristol?

    Buses travelling between Edinburgh and Bristol leave from Bus Station or Edinburgh Airport and arrive at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station, Westbury Road, The Centre.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$37
29/10
US$38
Today
US$38
31/10
US$85
01/11
No data
02/11
No data
03/11
US$38
04/11
US$38
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Bristol was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$37

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$37 to US$168 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$38, which is on 2025-11-04.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to Bristol?

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