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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Oct

Cheapest price on 01 Oct

£13

Average ticket price on 01 Oct

£19

Fastest journey on 01 Oct

1 h 55 m

Average journey duration on 01 Oct

2 h 16 m

Buses on 01 Oct

54

Distance

151 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bournemouth to London will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

On Thu 01 Oct, we found 54 buses from Bournemouth to London, including 54 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:553h20
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    16:15London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:252h30
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    20:55London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    18:251h55
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    20:20London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:552h45
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    15:40London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:553h50
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    13:45London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
    £131One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Bournemouth to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to London coaches for today, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX03510:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h20
12:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03510:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h50
13:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h10
14:40 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h35
14:05 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03511:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03511:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h55
14:25 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03512:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h10
15:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03512:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h45
15:15 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h45
15:40 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
16:15 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03513:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03513:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h55
16:25 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
17:15 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h55
17:50 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03514:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h05
17:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03514:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h35
17:05 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03515:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
18:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03515:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h55
18:25 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h00
19:45 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus15:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h25
19:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03516:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h55
19:25 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03516:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
19:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03517:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h55
20:25 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03517:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
1h55
20:20 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus18:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h30
20:55 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03519:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h05
21:20 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03519:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h35
21:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03520:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
23:30 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03520:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
23:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0351:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h05
4:35 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0351:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
4:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h40
7:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0353:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
6:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h05
6:25 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0353:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h45
6:05 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0354:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h30
7:00 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0354:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h50
7:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
8:40 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h55
9:15 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0355:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h55
8:20 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0355:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h25
8:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0356:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h40
9:20 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0356:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h10
9:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0357:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h25
10:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0357:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
10:25 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h40
11:05 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:25 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h15
11:40 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0358:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
11:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0358:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h35
11:25 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0359:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h10
12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0359:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h45
12:25 London, Earl's Court0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h50
13:45 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h15
13:10 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to London

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Buses from Bournemouth to London run on average 40 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 40 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 151 km distance in 1h 55m.

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
151 km
Average bus duration
3h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Buses per day
40
Direct buses
40
Fastest bus
1h 55m
First bus
0:02
Last bus
23:57
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
84 days
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, FlixBus from Bournemouth to LondonYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
18 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

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 National Express Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest National Express Price
£6
National Express frequency
22 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.

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£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

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Buses from Bournemouth to London

Coach travel is a convenient way to get from the Dorset seaside town of Bournemouth to London. Buses from Bournemouth to London are operated by National Express who provide a frequent daily service. National Express runs 18 direct coach services per day beginning before dawn and continuing until late into the evening. Services depart from Bournemouth Coach Station, which is located to the west of the town, adjacent to Bournemouth Railway Station. Coaches arrive at London Victoria Coach Station and from here onward travel to anywhere in London is straightforward. Journey time is approximately 2-2.5 hours.

Taking the Bus from Bournemouth

Bournemouth Coach Station is a convenient departure point for travel to London and across the UK. Nearby Bournemouth Railway Station is within walking distance, with Cross Country and South Western Trains operating local and nationwide routes for easy connections throughout the day. The bus station itself is located a short local bus ride from Bournemouth town centre, with regular routes serving Bournemouth and the surrounding area. A limited night bus schedule is available, depending on the time of year.

Getting into London by Bus

With its iconic landmarks and rich history, there's plenty to see and discover in London. Known for its world-class museums and historic monuments, the UK capital is an essential destination for sight-seekers. Buses from Bournemouth to the capital will normally terminate at London Victoria Coach Station. Victoria Rail Station and Underground lies 300m away, allowing for quick connections on the Victoria, District and Circle lines, with transfers to the Gatwick Express train service to Gatwick Airport. TFL local buses operate day and night, providing travel throughout the wider London area.

Buses from Bournemouth to London: Journey Details

Buses from Bournemouth to London run regularly each day, with National Express running direct services to Victoria Coach Station up to 3 times an hour during daytime and peak. The direct Bournemouth to London route operates an early morning service every day, a train at least once every 2 hours, and a final evening express service until it resumes early morning.Journeys to London from Bournemouth normally take around 2 and a half and 3 hours, with buses departing every every hour from early morning to late afternoon. National Express operates a direct service only to London Victoria Coach Station, with connections to Central London and the outer zones easily available.

Taking the Bus from Bournemouth

Bournemouth Coach Station is a convenient departure point for travel to London and across the UK. Nearby Bournemouth Railway Station is within walking distance, with Cross Country and South Western Trains operating local and nationwide routes for easy connections throughout the day. The bus station itself is located a short local bus ride from Bournemouth town centre, with regular routes serving Bournemouth and the surrounding area. A limited night bus schedule is available, depending on the time of year.

Getting into London by Bus

With its iconic landmarks and rich history, there's plenty to see and discover in London. Known for its world-class museums and historic monuments, the UK capital is an essential destination for sight-seekers. Buses from Bournemouth to the capital will normally terminate at London Victoria Coach Station. Victoria Rail Station and Underground lies 300m away, allowing for quick connections on the Victoria, District and Circle lines, with transfers to the Gatwick Express train service to Gatwick Airport. TFL local buses operate day and night, providing travel throughout the wider London area.

FAQs: Bournemouth to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to London can start from as little as £4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth to London is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bournemouth to London is 1h 55m to travel the 151 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bournemouth to London leaves at 0:02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bournemouth to London leaves at 23:57.
Yes, there are 40 direct coaches a day from Bournemouth to London with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bournemouth to London, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bournemouth and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bournemouth and London including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bournemouth to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth to London for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bournemouth to London depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bournemouth to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth to London:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bournemouth to London. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bournemouth to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bournemouth to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and London

Most Bournemouth to London buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bournemouth
Arrival bus stations in London
Bournemouth, Coach Station
City-centre transport

Getting to Bournemouth, Coach Station from Bournemouth city centre

Bus13, 5, 6, 50, m1, 12, 13A, N5, N1, 11, 21 · 6m · £2 · every ~74 min
m1, 5, 6, 50, 13, 12, 13A, 21, 11, N5, N1 · 7m · £2 · every ~74 min

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