Accrington to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Accrington to London

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

7 h 5 m

Average duration

7 h 5 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

292 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Accrington to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Accrington to London will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Accrington for London every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 5 m 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.

National Express
09:357h05
Accrington
16:40London
£251One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Accrington to London

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Accrington to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £77.

Distance: 292 km

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Train
Flight

£35

Average Price

Cheapest

£90

Average Price

£165

Average Price

7h 38m

Average total duration

7h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 24m

Average total duration

2h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

Onboard

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3h 0m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Accrington to London bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express09:35 Accrington
7h05
16:40 London0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus16:15 Accrington
14h45
07:00 London0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Accrington to London

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Buses from Accrington to London run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
292 km
Average bus duration
7h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
6h 40m
First bus
02:55
Last bus
23:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, The Blackburn Bus Company from Accrington to LondonYou can travel by bus between Accrington to London with National Express, Megabus, The Blackburn Bus Company for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 40m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 15m
Cheapest Price
£17
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

The Blackburn Bus Company

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 59m
The Blackburn Bus Company frequency
7 a day

FAQs: Accrington to London coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Accrington to London with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Accrington to London.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Accrington to London can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Accrington to London is £29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Accrington and London is on average 6 h 40 min   for the 180 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to London from Accrington by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Accrington to London leaves at 08: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Accrington to London leaves at 10: 35.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Accrington to London without having to change trains with National Express. There are 2 direct coaches from Accrington to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Accrington to London coach with National Express, Megabus or The Blackburn Bus Company. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip to London from Accrington as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Accrington, Bus Station, which is located around 0.6 miles (865 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Accrington to London by coach is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Accrington and London including taking a train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Accrington to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Accrington to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Accrington to London.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Accrington to London.
    No, luggage for the coach from Accrington to London needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Accrington to London.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Accrington to London.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Accrington to London.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Accrington to London.

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    The major coach station for departures in Accrington is Accrington, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Accrington, Bus Station for your trip from Accrington to London.
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