The average bus between Stroud and Bristol takes 3h 28m and the fastest bus takes 2h 26m. The bus service runs several times per day from Stroud to Bristol. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Stroud and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stroud is at 2:05 PM which arrives into Bristol at 6:08 PM. All services require a transfer at The Cross Hands and take an average of 3h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


4h 8m • 2 changes

3h 26m • 2 changes

2h 26m • 2 changes

4h 3m • 2 changes

4h 8m • 2 changes

3h 26m • 2 changes

2h 26m • 2 changes

4h 3m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Stroud to Bristol? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Stroud station and arriving at Bristol station via The Cross Hands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.
Stroud to Bristol bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Merrywalks station.
Stroud to Bristol bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at The Centre station.
Book your Stroud to Bristol bus tickets online with Stagecoach West, Coachstyle and First Bristol, Bath & the West.
The distance between Stroud and Bristol is 42.7 km. The road distance is 65 km.
You can take a bus from Merrywalks to The Centre via The Cross Hands and Shopping Centre in around 2h 32m.