Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Oct

Cheapest price on 14 Oct

£14

Average ticket price on 14 Oct

£14

Fastest journey on 14 Oct

4 h 1 m

Average journey duration on 14 Oct

4 h 1 m

Buses on 14 Oct

1

Distance

147 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.

Fast coaches

On Wed 14 Oct, we found 1 buses from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD), including 1 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 147 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 1 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 1 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
    18:154h01
    Bournemouth station (BMH)
    22:16London Paddington (PAD)
    £141One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD)

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Buses from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 18:15. The fastest coach covers the 147 km distance in 2h 51m.

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
147 km
Average bus duration
3h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
2h 51m
First bus
0:50
Last bus
18:15
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
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

Why should you book Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD).

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD).

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD).

Bus providers: National Express from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD)You can travel by bus between Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) with National Express for as low as £10. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest National Express Price
£10
National Express frequency
5 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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FAQs: Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) is £21; 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 station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) is 2h 51m to travel the 147 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 station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 0:50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 18:15.
There are 5 coaches a day from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Paddington (PAD). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bournemouth station (BMH) and London Paddington (PAD) 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 station (BMH) and London Paddington (PAD) including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) 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.
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 station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD):
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bournemouth station (BMH) to London Paddington (PAD) with the following coach company: National Express.

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