The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to London
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Buses per day
30
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to London will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 30 buses that leave Coventry for London every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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.
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Compare train and coach for Coventry to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 138 km
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3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Coventry to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to London coaches for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX460 | Delayed 12:20 02:25Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h55 | 09:00 09:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h35 | 05:45 London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h55 | 06:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h20 | 05:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX422 | 04:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h50 | 06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX460 | Delayed 12:20 04:45Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h05 | 09:00 09:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX460 | Delayed 12:20 06:15Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h15 | 09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX408 | 07:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h20 | 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 07:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h10 | 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 07:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h35 | 09:45 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
UW12X · NX460 | On time 08:00 Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) | 4h05 | 12:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX460 | Delayed 12:20 09:00Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h05 | 12:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
UW12X · NX460 | On time 10:20 Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) | 4h00 | 14:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h40 | 13:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h15 | 14:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX460 | Delayed 12:20 11:15Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h05 | 14:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
UW12X · NX460 | On time 12:20 Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) | 4h15 | 16:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX460 | On time 13:20 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h15 | 16:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
UW12X · NX460 | On time 14:00 Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) | 4h20 | 18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX460 | On time 15:05 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h15 | 18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 · NXA1 | On time 15:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h30 | 19:40 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h10 | 19:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h35 | 18:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
UW12X · NX460 | On time 16:20 Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) | 4h00 | 20:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX460 | On time 17:15 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h05 | 20:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX707 · NX540 | On time 17:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 4h05 | 21:40 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
UW12X · NX460 | On time 19:00 Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop) | 3h50 | 22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX460 | On time 20:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h40 | 22:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h20 | 22:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h45 | 23:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry to London
Buses from Coventry to London run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 138 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 138 km |
Average bus duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Coventry to LondonYou can travel by bus between Coventry to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Coventry to London
Taking coaches from Coventry to London is a relaxed and straightforward way of making the journey between these two cities. A similar schedule operates throughout the week with ten direct and a further seven connecting services every day. Journey times vary from two and a half to four hours depending on the route taken and the traffic conditions in the two cities. Coaches depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station in Coventry and arrive at London Victoria Coach Station.
Which coach companies travel from Coventry to London?
All coaches to London from Coventry are operated by the large British and multinational-owned National Express. It operates throughout the UK and Europe from its Birmingham headquarters. National Express uses modern fleets of buses with comfortable seating and standard onboard facilities of toilets, WiFi, luggage space and air conditioning or heating depending on the season.
How long is the coach from Coventry to London?
Direct routes from Coventry to London take between two and a half and three hours while connecting services have combined actual travel times of up to four hours. Connections are made at Milton Keynes Coachway, London Heathrow Bus Station or at Luton Airport.
How many coaches are there from Coventry to London?
There are ten direct departures and seven connecting coach services between Coventry and London on every day of the week. Departures start in the early hours of the morning and continue until late evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Coventry to London?
Departure bus station: All coaches from Coventry to London depart from the Pool Meadow Bus Station in central Coventry. This is located around 15 minutes' walk from Coventry Train Station and is served by taxis and both local and long-distance buses. Facilities at the bus station include ATMs, toilets, a coffee shop and fast food kiosks.
Arrival bus station: Coaches from Coventry terminate their journey at the large and busy London Victoria Coach Station. Centrally located in London, it is within walking distance of many tourist attractions as well as London Victoria Train Station with its overground and underground train services. Taxis and both long-distance and local buses serve the coach station while its facilities include WiFi, toilets, kiosk shops, tourist information, ATMs, bars and cafes. A further range of shops, cafes and restaurants can be found in the streets around Victoria Coach Station.
FAQs: Coventry to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal on the ground floor.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 20, 100 Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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