The cheapest and fastest coaches from Banbury to London
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Banbury to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banbury to London will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 4 buses that leave Banbury for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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.
NX46014:002h35Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout16:35London, Victoria Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
NX46017:552h25Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout20:20London, Victoria Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
NX4606:552h35Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout9:30London, Victoria Coach Station£171One-way0 changes
NX4609:452h20Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout12:05London, Victoria Coach Station£171One-way0 changes
NX4609:452h20Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout12:05London, Victoria Coach Station£171One-way0 changes
NX46017:552h25Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout20:20London, Victoria Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
NX46014:002h35Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout16:35London, Victoria Coach Station£151One-way0 changes
NX4606:552h35Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout9:30London, Victoria Coach Station£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Banbury to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Banbury to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 104 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Banbury to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Banbury to London coaches for today, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX460 | 17:55 Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout | 2h25 | 20:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 April | |||||
NX460 | 6:55 Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout | 2h35 | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX460 | 9:45 Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout | 2h20 | 12:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX460 | 14:00 Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout | 2h35 | 16:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Banbury to London by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Banbury to London
Buses from Banbury to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £12 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:12, the last at 23:27. The fastest coach covers the 104 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 104 km |
Average bus duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 5:12 |
Last bus 23:27 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach Oxfordshire from Banbury to LondonYou can travel by bus between Banbury to London with National Express, Stagecoach Oxfordshire for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Banbury to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banbury 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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Banbury and London
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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