Buses, car parking and transport

Ways to travel between your accommodation and campus via the Bristol Unibus U1 service, cycling and car parking permits.

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University of Bristol U1/5/77 bus pass

A U1/5/77 Academic Year bus pass is available for students living in the Stoke Bishop University residences.

This bus pass provides free, unlimited travel between most residences, the Clifton Campus and the city centre:

  •  U1/5/77 (full routes, term time only), timetable available shortly
  • Service 3 (between Bristol City Centre and Coombe Lane)
  • Service 4 (between Bristol City Centre and The Avenue).

The pass is valid for the full academic year: 12 September 2025 to 30 May 2026.

All other students can purchase a bus pass from First Bus directly.

Get your bus pass

The bus pass is a mobile ticket that you download to your phone.

Stoke Bishop residents

To download a U1/5/77 bus pass, you need a unique voucher code. This code will show in the Accommodation Portal in mid to late September 2025.

If you need support, call +44 (0)117 428 3300 or email residences-facilities@bristol.ac.uk.

Once you have your voucher code, you can download your bus pass at any time before the end of the academic year.

Langford Campus bus

You can travel to the Langford Campus from Bristol City Centre or the Clifton Campus on the Unibus U2 Service.

If you are a Bristol Veterinary School student, whose teaching is mainly based at the Langford Campus, you will get a free bus pass for the U2 service. The pass is given to students at the start of the academic year by the Bristol Veterinary School.

Accessibility

U1/5/77 buses are suitable for disabled students who have sensory impairments, restricted mobility, or use a wheelchair. Please let the bus driver know if you require any assistance during your journey.

Cycling

Cycling is a great way to get from your accommodation to campus.
 
Most University residences have good bike parking facilities. Check the bike storage in your Residence Guide.
 
Our initiatives to support cyclists include:
  • discounted prices on locks and lights,
  • regular free cycle maintenance clinics,
  • free cycle security marking.

Visit the University cycling webpages. 

Bicycles are not covered by your contents insurance, so you need to pay an extra fee. Check your policy and buy extra coverage if needed.

Student car parking

You should only bring a car to Bristol if it is essential. If you need to bring a car, you must apply for a student car parking permit.

Find out how to request a permit.