The average bus between Bristol and Sowerby Bridge takes 7h 48m and the fastest bus takes 6h 3m. The bus service runs several times per day from Bristol to Sowerby Bridge. 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 4 times a day between Bristol and Sowerby Bridge. The earliest departure is at 8:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Sowerby Bridge at 11:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and take an average of 7h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Sowerby Bridge? 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 Bristol to Sowerby Bridge. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Sowerby Bridge station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.
Bristol to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.
Bristol to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.
The distance between Bristol and Sowerby Bridge is 255 km. The road distance is 311 km.
FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 5 times a day. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m.