Yes Coaches arranges coach hire and minibus hire in Bristol for groups of 8 to 72 passengers, always with a professional driver. A journey can start in Bristol, collect from Filton or Portishead on the way and finish anywhere in the UK.
Send the pickup, destination, date and group size with the quote form and the booking team replies with vehicle options and a price. The booking line, 0203 870 5196, is open 9am to 6pm, 7 days a week.
Bristol coach hire at a glance
| Area | Bristol, South West (all South West locations) |
|---|---|
| Nearest airports | Bristol Airport (about 7 miles), Bournemouth Airport (about 57 miles) |
| Nearby areas we cover | Filton (4 miles), Portishead (8 miles), Yate (10 miles), Bath (12 miles) |
| Local venues and trips | Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol Beacon, and Bristol Hippodrome |
| Vehicle sizes | 8 and 16 seat minibuses, 17 to 30 seat midi coaches, 31 to 72 seat coaches |
| Booking line | 0203 870 5196, Monday to Sunday, 9am to 6pm |
Distances are straight-line estimates. Road distances are longer.
Coach hire in Bristol
For groups of 17 or more, a midi coach (17 to 30 seats) or a full-size coach (31 to 72 seats) keeps everyone on one vehicle with room for luggage. Popular coach trips from Bristol include university open days and society trips, student events and conferences, concert travel, and sports fixtures.
Coach hire in Bristol is priced per journey, not per seat. The price depends on the route, the date, the vehicle size and any waiting time. A coach can collect from a home, hotel, school, workplace or meeting point in Bristol.
Minibus hire in Bristol
For smaller groups, minibus hire in Bristol covers 8 seat and 16 seat vehicles with a driver. They suit airport runs, nights out, weddings, family events and business trips, and can make several pickups around Bristol, Filton and Portishead.
Airport transfers from Bristol
The nearest airports to Bristol are Bristol Airport, about 7 miles away, and Bournemouth Airport, about 57 miles away. Group airport transfers can be booked one way or return. Add flight numbers, terminals and luggage so the right vehicle is sent.
Pickups from railway stations and hotels in and around Bristol can be added to the same booking.
Events, sport and days out from Bristol
Local favourites include Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol Beacon, and Bristol Hippodrome. For fixtures, concerts and festivals, give the venue, the drop-off point and the return time so the driver waits in the right place.
See sports and event transport and tours and day trips.
Weddings, schools and business travel in Bristol
Weddings. Shuttle guests between the ceremony, the reception and hotels in and around Bristol. Wedding transport
Schools and colleges. Educational visits, sports fixtures and trips for pupils and staff from Bristol. School transport
Business. Staff shuttles, conferences, team days and hotel transfers for companies in Bristol. Corporate travel
Which vehicle for your group?
| Group size | Vehicle | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 8 | 8 seat minibus or MPV | Airport runs, small business trips |
| 9 to 16 | 16 seat minibus | Nights out, weddings, sports teams |
| 17 to 30 | Midi coach | School trips, clubs, corporate groups |
| 31 to 72 | Full-size coach | Large events, tours, festivals |
Mention luggage, sports kit, instruments or accessibility needs so the right vehicle is quoted. See the full fleet.
Popular routes from Bristol
How to book coach hire in Bristol
- Enter the pickup, destination, date and number of passengers in the quote form.
- Add your name, phone and email, or send the details on WhatsApp.
- The booking team replies with vehicle options and a price.
- Confirm the booking and the driver meets your group at the agreed pickup point.
Coach hire in Bristol: questions
How much does coach hire in Bristol cost?
The price depends on the distance, journey time, date, vehicle size and any waiting time, so each quote is worked out for your route. Send the full journey through the quote form for a price with no obligation. To keep coach hire in Bristol cheap, use one larger vehicle rather than two small ones, keep pickups to the stops you need and book busy dates early.
What is the nearest airport to Bristol?
Bristol Airport is the nearest, about 7 miles from Bristol in a straight line. Bournemouth Airport is about 57 miles away. Both can be booked as group airport transfers, one way or return.
Can you collect passengers from Filton and Portishead?
Yes. Add each pickup in the order you need them. Nearby areas we cover include Filton, Portishead, Yate and Bath.
Is minibus hire available in Bristol?
Yes. 8 seat and 16 seat minibuses with a driver are available in Bristol for smaller groups, airport runs, nights out and family events.
Do you have a depot in Bristol?
Yes Coaches arranges each vehicle around your route rather than from a depot in every town. The journey is planned from your pickup point in Bristol and quoted on that basis.
Can the journey go outside South West?
Yes. A booking can start or finish in Bristol and travel anywhere in the UK, including multi-day tours.