The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birkenhead to London
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birkenhead to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birkenhead to London will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 3 buses that leave Birkenhead 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 287 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.
16:505h45Birkenhead22:35London£111One-way0 changes
6:507h30Birkenhead14:20London£151One-way0 changes
5:507h30Birkenhead13:20London£151One-way0 changes
16:505h45Birkenhead22:35London£111One-way0 changes
6:507h30Birkenhead14:20London£151One-way0 changes
5:507h30Birkenhead13:20London£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Birkenhead to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birkenhead to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. 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 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 287 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £189 Average Price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birkenhead to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead to London coaches for today, Tuesday 16 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:50 Birkenhead | 5h45 | 22:35 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:55 Birkenhead | 6h55 | 5:50 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 17 June | |||||
![]() | 5:50 Birkenhead | 7h30 | 13:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:50 Birkenhead | 7h30 | 14:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Birkenhead to London by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birkenhead to London
Buses from Birkenhead to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 287 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 287 km |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Birkenhead to LondonYou can travel by bus between Birkenhead to London with National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birkenhead to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birkenhead 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 Birkenhead 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
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