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The Bristol Bears have arranged official return coach travel for Big Day Out 2026, and this is a final reminder that bookings are available until 12pm today, Friday, March 20th. The event is a stadium double-header with Bears Women facing Harlequins Women at 12.30pm, followed by Bristol Bears Men against Harlequins Men at 3.30pm. The two fixtures form an double-header at the Principality Stadium, offering a full day of rugby for supporters who want a single travel solution that covers both matches.
Travel is provided in partnership with Turners Coachways, with coaches leaving Ashton Gate at 10.15am to arrive in Cardiff in good time for the first kickoff. Return coaches are scheduled to depart approximately 60 minutes after the final whistle, returning supporters to Ashton Gate Stadium. Seats on the coach are priced at £20, with Season Ticket holders eligible for a £5 discount. Please note that coach travel does not include a match ticket, and pre-booking is essential because no coach tickets will be sold on the day.
Event and travel overview
This travel offer is designed to simplify a full matchday experience: one outward coach, two high-quality games and one return journey. The Big Day Out 2026 combines both the women’s and men’s fixtures so supporters can experience the entire programme without managing separate transport for each match. The service aims to deliver a stress-free itinerary: depart from a familiar pick-up at Ashton Gate, arrive near the stadium in Cardiff and leave at a fixed time after the second game. Using the coach means you avoid traffic, parking hassles and the uncertainty of public transport on a busy fixture day.
Coach logistics and accessibility
Coaches will drop supporters close to the Principality Stadium so you can walk to the concourses and hospitality areas quickly. The outward and return times are timed around the two kickoffs so that you have sufficient time for pre-match arrival, catering or merchandise browsing. For anyone travelling with luggage, prams or matchday paraphernalia, coaches generally offer luggage bays and onboard space, but space cannot be guaranteed, so plan accordingly. Remember that coach travel is strictly a transport service and a separate match ticket will be required to access stadium seating.
Departure and return
All coaches depart from a designated point at Ashton Gate at 10.15am, so arriving early to board is recommended. The return schedule is fixed: coaches leave roughly 60 minutes after the final whistle, providing a clear plan for post-match travel. If you need to join a coach mid-route or have specific pick-up needs, contact the organisers in advance to confirm availability. Payment and seat confirmation are handled at booking; there will be no sales or allocations on matchday. This timetable helps supporters make decisions about food, merchandise stops and any travel companions joining for only one of the two matches.
Accessible options
An accessible coach is available for supporters with disabilities and limited mobility, with drop-off arranged close to the stadium to reduce walking distances. If you or someone in your party requires this service, you must book the accessible seat in advance to ensure that suitable space and assistance can be provided. The organisers recommend informing the booking team of any mobility aids, medical requirements or assistance needed when securing the seat. Accessibility provision aims to make the day inclusive, but early booking is essential because capacity on the accessible coach is limited.
Tickets, season ticket holders and booking
Big Day Out 2026 is included in the 2026/26 Bristol Bears Season Ticket package, meaning season ticket holders do not need to buy an additional match ticket to attend the double-header. Both Bears Men and Bears Women season ticket holders should claim their seat via the Bristol Sport ticketing site. Season ticket holders can select seats in Category A, B, C or D areas and may purchase extra tickets for guests with a 10% discount. As a reminder, the coach fare and the stadium seat are separate products: you must secure both your coach place and your match ticket independently.