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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Aberdeen to London
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
12 h 45 m
Average duration
13 h 25 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
639 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Aberdeen to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to London will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.
Of the 13 buses that leave Aberdeen for London every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 639 km distance in an average of 13 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aberdeen to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 639 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £126 Average Price | £81 Average Price |
12h 57m Average total duration 12h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aberdeen to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to London coaches for today, Sunday 15 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 14h00 | 06:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:30 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 14h30 | 07:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 14h25 | 07:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 15h00 | 08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 17h15 | 11:15 London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus | 20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 12h45 | 08:55 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:10 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 13h20 | 09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 16 February | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 14h05 | 20:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:00 Aberdeen, Guild Street | 14h35 | 20:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Aberdeen to London
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Buses from Aberdeen to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 12h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 639 km distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 639 km |
Average bus duration 12h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, Scottish Citylink from Aberdeen to LondonYou can travel by bus between Aberdeen to London with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express, Scottish Citylink for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Aberdeen to London
National Express operates three coaches from Aberdeen to London every day. One leaves each morning, and two each early evening. One of the early evening coaches departing Aberdeen travels via Glasgow and requires a transfer to a London-bound bus; the other two daily coaches travel directly between Aberdeen and London. The journey, in all cases, takes about 13 hours.
Which coach companies travel from Aberdeen to London?
National Express is the only coach company operating coaches along the Aberdeen to London route. The company offers three coach trips every day, one in the morning and two in the evening. All trips are approximately 13 hours in duration. National Express operates the Glasgow to London route too, in the case of the early evening coach requiring a transfer at Glasgow. The most inexpensive of the trips is the overnight direct trip, arriving in London at about 7:00 a.m. each day.
How long is the coach trip from Aberdeen to London?
The route from Aberdeen to London covers about 400 miles. The average coach trip takes just over 13 hours. Two of the three daily National Express coach trips are direct, while a third, in the early evening, travels via Glasgow and involves a transfer. The inclusion of the Glasgow transfer on the route adds no additional travel time for the entire trip.
How many coaches are there from Aberdeen to London?
National Express offers three coaches each day from Aberdeen to London - one departing in the morning and two in the early evening. One of the early evening coaches travels via Glasgow and requires a transfer to a London-bound bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Aberdeen to London?
Departure bus station: Coaches from Aberdeen to London leave from the Aberdeen Bus Station in Guild Street. The bus station is adjacent to the train station and within walking distance of the harbour. The location of the bus station in the city centre means that access to public transport and amenities is good.
Arrival bus station: All coaches arrive at London's Victoria Coach Station, directly adjacent to the Victoria Rail Station. A substantial bus and train network allows easy access to travel to any part of London. The coach station is about 15 minutes' drive from the West End theatre district and is equally close to many of London's attractions.
FAQs: Aberdeen to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to London by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and London
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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