4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barnsley to London
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barnsley to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barnsley to London will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
Of the 1 buses that leave Barnsley 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 245 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Barnsley to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barnsley 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 245 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £174 Average Price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.5kg 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
Barnsley to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barnsley to London coaches for today, Monday 16 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 Barnsley | 4h50 | 22:50 London | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 19:50 Barnsley | 9h55 | 05:45 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barnsley to London
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Buses from Barnsley to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 245 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 245 km |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Stagecoach Yorkshire from Barnsley to LondonYou can travel by bus between Barnsley to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, Stagecoach Yorkshire for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
Megabus
Stagecoach Yorkshire
Coaches from Barnsley to London
Five coaches depart Barnsley for London each day, including on both Saturdays and Sundays. All of these journeys are direct. No change of coaches is required on any service. The fastest journey time is four and three quarter hours.
Which coach companies travel from Barnsley to London?
National Express is the sole provider of coaches for journeys between Barnsley and London. All of its services are direct, with no change of coaches required on any of the services offered.
How long is the coach from Barnsley to London?
The fastest journeys between Barnsley and London take four hours and 45 minutes. Though all of these coach journeys are direct, some can take longer, depending on the time of departure. The longest journey takes five hours and 25 minutes to complete.
How many coaches are there from Barnsley to London?
There are five coach departures from Barnsley for London each day, including on both Saturdays and Sundays. There's one departure in the very early morning hours which is effectively an overnight service. After that, daytime services depart about every three hours from the early morning until late in the afternoon. All services offered between these two places are direct with no change of bus required.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Barnsley to London?
Departure coach station: Barnsley Interchange is the starting point for all of these coach journeys. This ultra-modern bus and rail station is located directly in the town centre of Barnsley. Buses arrive here from many national and local locations. There is direct access to rail lines, too. Among the facilities at Barnsley Interchange are a waiting room with food vending machines as well as public toilets. The shops, restaurants and cafes of Barnsley town centre are within easy walking distance of Barnsley Interchange.
Arrival coach station: London Victoria Coach Station is where all coach services from Barnsley arrive. This bustling coach station is one of the largest in Britain and is within walking distance of London's West End. Among the facilities at Victoria Coach Station are cafes, fast food outlets, restaurants, cash machines, left luggage facilities and public toilets. Victoria Railway Station is next door to Victoria Coach Station. The London Underground is directly linked to the mainline railway station. Buses depart from just outside the railway station.
FAQs: Barnsley to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnsley 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 Barnsley 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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