Buses are the main form of public transport in Bristol, England. Most bus services are operated by First West of England. Other companies offering services include Abus, Citistar, The Big Lemon, Transpora Bus, Stagecoach West and Newport Bus.
What public transport is in Bristol?
Metrobus is a new, modern public transport service for the greater Bristol area. Metrobus offers faster, more frequent and more reliable services with direct routes to key destinations.
How do you pay for buses in Bristol?
There’s no need to ask the driver for a ticket; just tap when you get on and off the bus and make sure you tap the same contactless card or device each time. We accept payments on VISA, Mastercard, Apple Pay (now with Express Mode) and Google Pay.
Is the m1 Bristol a first bus?
The future of a key bus route through Bristol has been saved after First West of England announced it would formally take on the service. The m1 metrobus runs from Hengrove through to Cribbs Causeway and is used by more than 50,000 passengers a week.
Where does the number 1 bus go Bristol?
1 (First Bristol, Bath & the West)
The first stop of the 1 bus route is Bus Station, Cribbs Causeway and the last stop is Whitmore Avenue, Broom Hill. 1 (Broom Hill) is operational during everyday. Additional information: 1 has 47 stops and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 77 minutes.
What is the best way to get around Bristol?
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 including how to get to and from the city centre at www.firstgroup.com/bristol.
Is Bristol Bridge bus only?
While general traffic is banned, buses and taxis can use the route but pedestrians and cyclists have priority. The fine for wrongly going through the bus gate is £60.
Do Bristol busses take cash?
Contactless payment is still available for all tickets. Tap On, Tap Off is quicker as you don’t need to ask the driver for a ticket. Drivers will also still accept cash payments.
Can you pay by card on bus in Bristol?
No cash? No problem. Secure contactless payments are now available on all of our buses. Paying with contactless is a simple and secure way to pay for tickets without cash on all our West of England buses and metrobus services when purchasing Adult Single, Day or Week tickets using Tap & Cap*.
Can I pay cash in buses in UK?
Can you pay for London buses with cash? No. Cash fares were abolished in 2014. Your only options now are to use an Oystercard, a contactless card, or a One Day Travelcard (don’t as it’s cheaper to buy an Oystercard, even taking into account the £5 deposit).
How much is the M1 bus Bristol?
Any single journey on any section of the M1 route costs £2.20. A day ticket offering unlimited travel on all MetroBus routes is £5.30. There is also a 2-trip ticket at £4.30, while a night ticket (for unlimited travel after 7pm) costs £3.50.
How much is the A1 bus Bristol?
Fast, frequent and value for money
| A1: Bristol (pre-book online) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single | Return | |
| Adults (16+) | £8.00 | £13.00 |
| Children | £6.00 | £9.00 |
| Family | (n/a) | £25.00 |
Where does the X1 stop in Bristol?
X1 – Weston-s-Mare, Marine Parade – Bristol Bus Station.
Where does the Megabus go from in Bristol?
Megabus coach stop (Bristol) Megabus run coaches from Bristol to destinations throughout the UK including frequent coach services to London and direct services to other places elsewhere in the United Kingdom. Megabus coach services depart from the bus stop on Bond Street near Blacks in the city centre.
What is the Bristol Poo bus?
Bio-Bus is the UK’s first bus powered entirely by human faeces and food waste.
How many bus routes are there in Bristol?
From Thornbury to Westbury across to Clevedon, we have over 100 First Bus routes in Bristol, Bath and the West. Whether you want to catch the A1 to Bristol Airport, or take a trip to Bath on the X39, we’re providing you with easier local travel.
How walkable is Bristol?
Bristol is compact. It’s a cycling city (despite the big hills), and its size makes it very walkable. In my 30-odd years as a Bristol inhabitant I have walked many a mile through many of its villages. I can firmly say it’s not easy to find your way around, and some parts are definitely not pedestrian friendly.
How many days are enough for Bristol?
While a weekend is enough time to experience the best things to do in Bristol, three days is a comfortable amount of time to spend exploring the city. An extra night can add to an already unforgettable experience as you begin to find your way.
Is Bristol easy to walk around?
If you don’t have a car or want to stay in the city, there are some amazing walks in Bristol too. Bristol is a really walkable city with lots of pedestrian zones and walking paths to follow. One of the most popular walks is from Temple Meads to the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
What Colour are Bristol buses?
Bath-Bristol buses going green in more ways than one
The service, previously the X39, will become the new brand ‘Aquae’ – which of course all Bathonians will know is Latin for ‘waters’ – complete with a bright aqua green colour.
Can you use an Oyster card in Bristol?
Oyster cards are for travel in London. If you want to travel in London buy an Oyster card when in London. They are useless in Bristol.