Bus Lancaster to Bristol: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Lancaster to Bristol

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Lancaster to Bristol from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

today

tomorrow

$39

Saturday

$27

Sunday

Monday

$20

Tuesday

Wednesday

$56

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 20m	1:30 PM	Lancaster	University	9:50 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 1:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
FlixBus	11h 30m	1:30 PM	Lancaster	University	1:00 AM	Bristol	Coldharbour Lane	Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 1:30:00 PM to Coldharbour Lane, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
National Express	7h 10m	2:40 AM	Lancaster	Cable St	9:50 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$68	A Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 2:40:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 20m	1:30 PM	Lancaster	University	9:50 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 1:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
FlixBus	11h 30m	1:30 PM	Lancaster	University	1:00 AM	Bristol	Coldharbour Lane	Economy	$38	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 1:30:00 PM to Coldharbour Lane, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/7/2025 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
National Express	7h 10m	2:40 AM	Lancaster	Cable St	9:50 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$68	A Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/6/2025 2:40:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	8h 20m	1:30 PM	Lancaster	University	9:50 PM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 1:30:00 PM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 20m
FlixBus	11h 30m	1:30 PM	Lancaster	University	1:00 AM	Bristol	Coldharbour Lane	Economy	$21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 1:30:00 PM to Coldharbour Lane, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/9/2025 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
National Express	7h 10m	2:40 AM	Lancaster	Cable St	9:50 AM	Bristol	Coach Station	Economy	$56	A Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/8/2025 2:40:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	7h 10m	2:40 AM	Lancaster	Cable St	9:50 AM	Bristol	Coach Station		Economy	$56	A Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/10/2025 2:40:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/10/2025 9:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Lancaster to Bristol via Manchester Airport, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  10h 0m
  
  0
  
  2:40 AM
  
  Lancaster
  Cable St
  
  4:30 AM
  
  Manchester Airport
  Airport Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Cable St, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 2:40:00 AM to Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 4:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
- National Express
  
  4h 40m
  
  0
  
  8:00 AM
  
  Manchester Airport
  Airport Bus Station
  
  12:40 PM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Airport Bus Station, Manchester Airport (United Kingdom) at 12/11/2025 8:00:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
Travel time is 2h 50m longer, but you will save $24

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Lancaster to Bristol is $20 on 12/8/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Lancaster and Bristol

See here how frequent the connections between Lancaster and Bristol are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Lancaster to Bristol. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Lancaster and Bristol.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 6 buses from Lancaster to Bristol, while Night sees the fewest connections between Lancaster and Bristol, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Lancaster to Bristol

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Lancaster to Bristol in one click! Book your bus ticket from Lancaster to Bristol starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus	$20
Fastest Bus	7h 10m
Earliest Bus	2:40 AM
Latest Bus	2:40 AM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	179.4 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Lancaster to Bristol

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Lancaster for Bristol: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

$68

Saturday 12/06

$68

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$20

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

$56

Thursday 12/11

$56

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Lancaster to Bristol

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Lancaster to Bristol, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $20, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Lancaster to Bristol. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $56.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Lancaster to Bristol, with $20. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $20.

How to save money travelling from Lancaster to Bristol

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Lancaster to Bristol in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Lancaster to Bristol, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Lancaster to Bristol are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Lancaster and Bristol

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Lancaster and Bristol.

Central Bus Station

Station Rd

University

Lancaster University

Cable St

Williamson Park Gates

UWE

Coldharbour Lane

Coach Station

Cannon Street/Whitson St

Bond Street

Bond Street 34

Clifton Down

Whiteladies Road 1-3

University Queens Rd

Queens Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Lancaster to Bristol

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Lancaster to Bristol? Or which bus companies serve the route Lancaster to Bristol? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Lancaster to Bristol bus

How much does a Lancaster Bristol bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 8h 20m to reach Bristol. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Lancaster to Bristol?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $68. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bristol.

On average, how many connections are available from Lancaster to Bristol each day?

Every day, the Lancaster to Bristol bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Lancaster to Bristol take?

The fastest bus from Lancaster to Bristol is offered by National Express and takes 7h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $68. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Lancaster to Bristol?

The earliest bus arriving in Bristol from Lancaster starts at 2:40 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Lancaster to Bristol?

The latest bus trip departing from Lancaster for Bristol starts at 2:40 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Lancaster Bristol route?

When traveling by bus from Lancaster to Bristol, passengers can travel with FlixBus and National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Bristol?

You can check all the direct connections between Lancaster and Bristol by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the Lancaster to Bristol bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Lancaster Bristol bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Lancaster Bristol bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Lancaster to Bristol on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Lancaster to Bristol

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Lancaster and to Bristol

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Lancaster and to Bristol. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!