Public transport

Here's all the info on Bristol's public transport network, including rail, road, bus and even floating harbour ferry!

Once in Bristol, visit the Tourist Information Centre on Harbourside to purchase day, season or multiple journey tickets for local buses, city sightseeing bus tours and ferries.

Bus

It's really easy to get around Bristol by bus, with plenty of fast and convenient services available from all key locations.

You can find out more about Bristol bus routes and timetables at Travel Bristol. It's also worth exploring Bristol's latest innovative service, provided by Bristol FreeBus.

If you're in Bristol and need help with finding bus stations and routes, the Tourist Information Centre on the harbourside is on hand to help. You can buy day, season and multiple journey tickets direct from them too. 

Another great way to see the city is through a guided tour on-board a City Sightseeing Bus. Let the expert driver tell you all about the sights and scenery along the way, and hop on and off as many times as you like. Tickets are on sale at the Tourist Information Centre.

Travel by Car

Bristol has plenty of city centre car parks, including a new state-of-the-art site offering 2,600 spaces for Cabot Circus shoppers. You can find out more about Bristol car parks and travelling by car at the Bristol City Council website.

If you're driving to Bristol, why not take advantage of one of the fantastic Park and Ride services? Avoid all of the stress of driving around a new city, save money and do your bit for the environment. Find out more about Bristol Park & Ride services in the Getting to Bristol section.

Train

Bristol is at the hub of the national rail network in the West of England. First Great Western and other major train operators run local, regional and inter-city services from Bristol Temple Meads Railway Station and Bristol Parkway Railway Station.

 At Bristol Ferry Boat Company and Number Sevenoperate regular ferry services to and from waterfront attractions and key points along the harbourside. The Bristol Packet runs guided trips around Bristol and along the river Avon to Bath.

The historic steamer Balmoral, and the paddle steamer Waverley, run day excursions along the Bristol Channel. Tickets are available at the Tourist Information Centre on Harbourside. For a journey with a difference, try a trip with Avon River Cruises and enjoy a tasty, home-cooked meal on-board this floating restaurant.

Travel by Coach

If you are interested in private coach hire in the Bristol area, try Peter Carol Prestige Coaching or Turner Coachways.