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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | Bournemouth | Cheapest | ||||
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| Bus | Bristol, Bus & Coach Station | Bournemouth | No tags | ||||
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Get from Bristol to Bournemouth
The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 356, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bristol and Bournemouth?
Stops in Bristol
- AMarlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
- BStop B, Westbury Rd, Bristol BS9 1FH, UK
- C
The Centre
CC, Zed Alley, Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom - D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK - E12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK
- F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK
Stops in Bournemouth
- ABournemouth (Coach Station), Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK
- B
Richmond Hill, 3
3 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HE, UK - C
Travel Interchange
Bath Rd, Bournemouth BH1, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 12066 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 356
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bristol to Bournemouth by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bristol to Bournemouth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bristol to Bournemouth start at R 356. The average price for this route is around R 780. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bristol to Bournemouth?
The average bus journey time from Bristol to Bournemouth is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 97 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bristol to Bournemouth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bristol to Bournemouth?
The earliest bus departs from Bristol to Bournemouth at 06:15. And the latest bus departs at 18:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bristol to Bournemouth?
A bus trip from Bristol to Bournemouth produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bristol to Bournemouth was searched and found on 16 Jan 2026 with a price of R 362To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bristol to Bournemouth as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 362 to R 662 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 431, which is on 2026-01-18.
