What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Coniston?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Coniston is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 11h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Coniston?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Coniston is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Coniston?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Coniston. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Crown via Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station, Bus Station and Waterhead Inn for Pier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.

How far is it from Bristol to Coniston?

The distance between Bristol and Coniston is 256 miles. The road distance is 250.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Coniston without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Coniston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 56m and costs £65 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Coniston?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Bristol to Coniston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Coniston bus from?

Bristol to Coniston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Coniston?

The best way to get from Bristol to Coniston is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 56m and costs £65 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 11h 48m.

Where does the Bristol to Coniston bus arrive?

Bristol to Coniston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Coniston?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Coniston is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Bristol to Coniston.

Where can I stay near Coniston?

There are 3316+ hotels available in Coniston.

Bristol to Coniston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Coniston by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 56m
£69–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
11h 48m
£28–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermeretrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere
8h 50m
£30–61
Drive 249.4 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Conistoncar 249.4 mi
4h 10m
£61–87
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 48m
£45–172

Bristol to Coniston by bus, foot, and train

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8h 50mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bristol to Coniston.

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Distance: 254 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Coniston, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Coniston via Birmingham New Street, Oxenholme Lake District, and Windermere in around 5h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Crown via Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, and Waterhead Inn for Pier in around 11h 48m.

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