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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Durham to London
Cheapest price
£36
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Durham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to London will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.
Of the 3 buses that leave Durham for London every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 376 km distance in an average of 6 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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.
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Compare coach and train for Durham to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. 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 £21, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 376 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price |
5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Durham to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to London coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 TP025700+Y23277 | On time 08:55 Durham station (DHM) | 3h54 | 12:49 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| XC027400+P00104 | On time 09:30 Durham station (DHM) | 4h18 | 13:48 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
| NX177 · NX540 | On time 11:15 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street | 9h30 | 20:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Sunday 30 November | |||||
| NX598 | 00:40 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street | 6h40 | 07:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| XC060300+L01409 | On time 08:30 Durham station (DHM) | 4h11 | 12:41 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Durham to London
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Buses from Durham to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 376 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 376 km |
Average bus duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 13m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Durham to LondonYou can travel by bus between Durham to London with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coach from Durham to London
The cities of Durham and London are 234 miles apart, but the distance by road is about 260 miles. A cheap and convenient way to reach London from Durham is travelling by bus. Several coaches serve travellers plying the route throughout the day.
Almost all buses headed to London depart from Durham in the morning. Travellers should note that there's only one bus leaving in the evening and one in the night.
How long is the journey by bus from Durham to London?
Buses from Durham to London are reasonably fast since all journeys along this route are direct. However, the time spent on the road varies from coach to coach. Trip times range from 6 hours, 30 minutes to nearly 8 hours.
How many coaches are there from Durham to London?
Anyone looking for a bus from Durham to London has the luxury to choose from five coaches. Passengers who want the first bus should get ready to leave by midnight. There's a morning coach at around 8:00 a.m. Two more trips commence between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. The final trip to London begins at a few minutes after 4:00 p.m. The number of coaches may vary with days, so passengers should confirm availability when booking.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Durham to London?
Departure bus station: A passenger can catch a bus from Durham to London at Durham Bus Station or Durham University Palatine Centre.
Durham Bus Station: Durham Bus Station is on 28 North Road Behind Arriva Travel Shop, Durham County Council area. The terminal is roughly 500 metres away from the town centre. Travellers can walk to the facility in about 8 minutes. Those with a lot of baggage can take a one-minute taxi ride. The terminal has a room where passengers wait for coaches. Plans for further development by the council are underway. Fortunately, there are plenty of facilities close to the station. Within 300 metres, you can find an ATM, exchange office, eateries, hotels, hostels, and a shopping mall.
Durham University Palatine Centre: The Palatine Centre is on Stockton Road, Durham. Using the Margery Ln and Quarryheads Ln, the station is only almost a mile away from Durham town centre. Travellers can reach the Palatine Centre in 20 minutes on foot or 3 minutes using a taxi.
Arrival bus station: Bus trips from Durham to London terminate at the Victoria Coach Station. Located at 164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Victoria, the terminal is approximately 1.8 miles from Central London. Visitors can take a ride to the city on the subway for 11 minutes. Taxis drives are about 5 minutes. There's also a direct bus departing every 15 minutes from the Eccleston Bridge, Victoria, to Westminster Abbey. The trip takes around 14 minutes.
Victoria station has automated ticket machines, cash machines, and waiting facilities. Refreshment joints are throughout the arrival and departure terminals. Toilets including for physically impaired persons and baby changing areas are also available. Travellers can keep their items at the luggage office for a small fee.
Which coach providers travel from Durham to London?
National Express and Megabus are the two coach companies known for offering bus trips with comfort and value between Durham and London. Their buses make four or five trips every day. Megabus coach is the cheapest and fastest, dropping passengers at Victoria Coach Station in about 6 hours 30 minutes. Journeys by all buses are express. The slowest bus takes close to 8 hours.
National Express Durham to London
National Express makes four bus trips per day. The first bus to London departs Durham at around five minutes past midnight. Those who prefer travelling in the morning can board the 8:00 a.m. or the 10:00 a.m. coach. The last coach leaves just after 4:00 p.m. There are no changes along the way. The quickest National Express journey averages 6 hours 45 minutes while the slowest takes one extra hour.
Megabus Durham to London
Megabus releases one bus from Durham to London each day except for Tuesdays and Wednesdays. It leaves Durham Palatine Centre at around 9:00 and arrives in London after approximately 6 hours 30 minutes. It makes no changes, and it's the fastest bus available on the route.
Durham to London Coach: Services on Board
Passengers can book first-class or second-class buses from Durham to London depending on their preferences. The coaches come with luxurious amenities like free WiFi and ample legroom.
National Express allows travellers to bring on board a piece of soft hand luggage measuring at most 45 × 35 × 20 cm and not more than 10 kg. Folded bikes and chairs are acceptable, but bulkier items below 20 kg go to the hold. Megabus restricts luggage to one piece per reservation. The sum of its length, width, and height must not exceed 157 cm.
Both companies accept small bags that can fit under the seat or overhead compartments. However, the only animals allowed onboard are assistant dogs for people with disabilities.
FAQs: Durham to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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.
When departing from Durham, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Durham, University - Palatine Centre and Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street. When arriving in London, you can end your trip in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and London, Golders Green Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Durham, University - Palatine Centre, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 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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Important Stations and Airports in Durham and London
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Parking
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WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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