Alton to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Alton to London

Showing times and prices for 08 Nov

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£8

Fastest journey

1 h 30 m

Average duration

1 h 42 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

71 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Alton to London will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Alton for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 55 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
13:551h55
Alton
15:50London
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
04:501h30
Alton
06:20London
£81One-way
0 changes
National Express
16:401h40
Alton
18:20London
£101One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Alton to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alton to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 71 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£28

Average Price

2h 20m

Average total duration

1h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 12m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Alton to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Alton to London coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 04:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express07:30 Alton
1h50
09:20 London0 changesdirect
national_express17:35 Alton
1h45
19:20 London0 changesdirect
national_express20:25 Alton
1h25
21:50 London0 changesdirect
Saturday 8 November
national_express04:50 Alton
1h30
06:20 London0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Alton to London

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Buses from Alton to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:28. The fastest coach covers the 71 km distance in 1h 30m.

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
71 km
Average bus duration
1h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
1h 30m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:28
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 from Alton to LondonYou can travel by bus between Alton to London with National Express for as low as £6. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£6
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.

FAQs: Alton to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alton 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Alton to London can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Alton to London is £10; 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 Alton and London is on average 1 h 25 min   for the 44 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to London from Alton by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Alton to London leaves at 04: 54. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Alton to London leaves at 21: 25.
There are 6 coaches a day from Alton to London which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Alton to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to London from Alton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to London from Alton is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Alton to London is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London from Alton including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Alton to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Alton to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Alton to London.

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

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Alton and London

    Alton
    London
    London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place
    information
    address
    Address
    London Baker Street (Gloucester Place), Gloucester Place 139, NW1 5AL
    London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Buckingham Palace Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
    • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
    London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    London, Bishopsgate, EC2M 4NR, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    3 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Bishopsgate
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
    • Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
    London, York Road (London Eye)Accessibility
    Amenities at bus station
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    information
    address
    Address
    47 York Rd, London SE1 7NJ, UK
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
    London, Eltham
    information
    London, Elephant and Castle
    information
    London, Lewisham
    information
    London, Marble Arch
    information
    London, New Cross Gate
    information
    London, Walworth
    information
    London, St John's Wood
    information
    London, Earl's Court
    information
    London, Canada Square South (Stop J)
    information
    London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B)
    information
    London, Victoria Rail Station
    information
    London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
    information
    London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
    information

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