What is the travel distance from Lancaster to Bristol?

The distance between the two cities is 180 miles (289 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Lancaster to Bristol start their journey at Lancaster University Bus Stop and wind up at Bristol, Bus & Coach Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into 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 St Mary Redcliffe Church, HorseWorld, The Red Lodge Museum and Knot Garden, Bristol Hippodrome and Bristol Aquarium.

Bus Lancaster to Bristol from $56 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lancaster to Bristol on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:30pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	8h 20m	9:50pm	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:30pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	11h 30m	1:00am	Bristol Uni of West England	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:15 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lancaster to Bristol

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Bristol. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 20mAverage Duration

174 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $65	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$35 - $35	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lancaster and Bristol?

Stops in Lancaster

A
Lancaster University Bus Stop
Tower Avenue (Underpass), Lancaster LA1
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Stops in Bristol

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,446 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lancaster to Bristol by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$42

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$56

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The cheapest trip from Lancaster to Bristol was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $61 for a bus ticket from Lancaster to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $56 which is on 2025-11-28.