How far is Bristol from Bridgend by coach?

The distance between Bridgend and Bristol by coach is approximately 43 miles (69 km).

Is there a way to reach Bristol from Bridgend without a car?

The best way to go from Bridgend to Bristol without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Bridgend to Bristol from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bridgend to Bristol on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h 10m	12:50	Airport Bus Station Bristol	Cheapest
Bus	22:55	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	00:45	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	09:55	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	11:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	14:15	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h 15m	16:30	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	09:55	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	11:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bridgend to Bristol on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:15	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h 15m	16:30	Airport Bus Station Bristol	Cheapest
Bus	22:55	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	00:45	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h	03:45	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bridgend to Bristol on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:20	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	3h	19:20	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:55	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	00:45	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h	03:45	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	03:40	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Bridgend to Bristol on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:10	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 55m	06:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	02:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	03:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	02:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	03:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags
Bus	01:45	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	2h	03:45	Airport Bus Station Bristol	No tags
Bus	04:00	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	1h 50m	05:50	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:38 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bridgend 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 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

43 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £26	Average duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£10 - £50	Average duration59m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£10 - £10	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29715 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 Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £7

National Express Bridgend Bristol recent customer reviews

Bus turned up 35 mins late, online tracking said it was on time. No answer on the phone from customer service. No acknowledgement or apology from staff on bus

Jenay L.

1 August 2021

Sitting at the rear end of coach the toilet door / frame kept making grating noises during journey .it could be a simple fix to make journey less noisy .

Frank F.

7 September 2019

Very good service

Gemma S.

28 August 2022

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bridgend to Bristol

How far is Bristol from Bridgend by coach?
The distance between Bridgend and Bristol by coach is approximately 43 miles (69 km).
Is there a way to reach Bristol from Bridgend without a car?
The best way to go from Bridgend to Bristol without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£8

17/11

£7

Today

£7

19/11

£6

20/11

£6

21/11

£7

22/11

£7

23/11

£7

The cheapest trip from Bridgend to Bristol was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £6

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

You can expect to pay from £6 to £34 for a bus ticket from Bridgend to Bristol based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-11-20.

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.