Christchurch to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Christchurch to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept

Cheapest price on 20 Sept

£14

Average ticket price on 20 Sept

£20

Fastest journey on 20 Sept

1 h 55 m

Average journey duration on 20 Sept

2 h 14 m

Buses on 20 Sept

47

Distance

144 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Christchurch to London will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.

Fast coaches

On Sun 20 Sept, we found 47 buses from Christchurch to London, including 44 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 144 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 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
    5:203h20
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    8:40London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:203h55
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    9:15London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:203h40
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    7:00London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:203h05
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    6:25London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:553h50
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    13:45London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Christchurch to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Christchurch to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £37.

Distance: 144 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£37

Average Price

3h 28m

Average total duration

2h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

Most popular bus company

South Western Railway

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Christchurch to London is a coach with an average price of £17.

This is compared to other travel options from Christchurch to London:

A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Christchurch to London costing on average £39.

The fastest way to travel from Christchurch to London is by train with an average journey time of 2h 1m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Christchurch and London including taking a coach and train.

Live departures

Christchurch to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Christchurch to London coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX0351:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
4:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h40
7:00 London, Victoria Green Line 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
3h00
6:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0354:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h40
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 ExpressNX0355:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
8:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0356:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h40
8:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0356:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
9:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0357:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h10
9:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0357:35 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h45
10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX0358:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h10
11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX035 · NX0328:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h35
11:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road1 change
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 ExpressNX0359:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h10
12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 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
National ExpressNX03510:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
13:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03510:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h30
12:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 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 ExpressNX035 · NX03211:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h15
14:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road1 change
National ExpressNX03512:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h50
15:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
16:15 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h45
15:40 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03513:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
16:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03513:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h10
16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03513:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h35
16:15 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h55
17:50 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus13:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
17:15 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03514:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
17:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03515:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 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
3h20
19:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX035 · NX04016:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h20
20:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road1 change
National ExpressNX03517:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h00
20:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03518:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h05
21:20 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
2h35
21:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03519:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h05
21:20 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX03520:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h50
23:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Christchurch to London.
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Christchurch to London.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Christchurch to London

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Buses from Christchurch to London run on average 54 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

There are 52 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 144 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
144 km
Average bus duration
2h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Buses per day
54
Direct buses
52
Fastest bus
1h 55m
First bus
0:10
Last bus
23:57
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
7 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 Christchurch to LondonYou can travel by bus between Christchurch to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £6. 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
3h 5m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£5
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
3h 0m
Cheapest National Express Price
£9
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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Vast museum of art, design and performance, loved for fashion, sculpture and major temporary exhibitions.

Pound sterling (£)

Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.

FAQs: Christchurch to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to London can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Christchurch to London is £9; 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 Christchurch to London is 3h 0m to travel the 144 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 Christchurch to London leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Christchurch to London leaves at 23:57.
Yes, there are 41 direct coaches a day from Christchurch to London with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Christchurch 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 Christchurch and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London from Christchurch is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Christchurch to London is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Christchurch and London including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to London for coach company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Christchurch 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 Christchurch to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Christchurch 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 Christchurch 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 Christchurch 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 Christchurch to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Christchurch to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Christchurch to London with the following coach company: National Express, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Christchurch and London

Most Christchurch to London buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to London, York Road (London Eye) station pair, with some services arriving at London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road. Use this guide to compare Christchurch and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Christchurch
Arrival bus stations in London

Which London station do buses from Christchurch arrive at?

Buses from Christchurch to London most often arrive at London, Victoria Coach Station. Some services arrive at London, York Road (London Eye), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your London arrival station.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre

London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min

London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services

London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

London, York Road (London Eye)47 York Rd, London SE1 7NJ, UKAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to London, York Road (London Eye) from London city centre

Bus159, N109, N381 · 11m · £4 · every ~33 min

London, York Road (London Eye) bus station facilities and services

London, York Road (London Eye) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, York Road (London Eye): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road from London city centre

BusN343, N89 · 9m · £14 · every ~5 min
N381 · 10m · £2 · every ~2 min

Most popular bus connections from Christchurch

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