The cheapest and fastest coaches from East Kilbride to London
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£-0.01
Fastest journey
12 h 8 m
Average duration
12 h 8 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
543 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from East Kilbride to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from East Kilbride to London you need to make at least one change.
8:0212h08East Kilbride20:10LondonFind prices1 change
8:0212h08East Kilbride20:10LondonFind prices1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for East Kilbride to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from East Kilbride to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £70.
Distance: 543 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price | £47 Average Price |
11h 28m Average total duration 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
East Kilbride to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for East Kilbride to London coaches for today, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 21:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h30 | 6:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:15 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h00 | 6:15 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h45 | 7:25 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h35 | 11:15 London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 22:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h20 | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 12h35 | 11:15 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 1 change | |
NX181 · NX210 · NX032 | 23:25 Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) | 12h30 | 11:55 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
NX181 · NX400 | On time 23:25 Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) | 10h55 | 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX181 · NX210 · NX032 | 23:25 Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) | 12h20 | 11:45 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 changes | |
NX181 · NX210 · NX502 | 23:25 Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) | 12h30 | 11:55 London, Earl's Court | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 23:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 8h55 | 8:50 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:55 Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station | 9h30 | 9:25 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 24 May | |||||
![]() | 8:02 East Kilbride | 12h08 | 20:10 London | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets East Kilbride to London by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book East Kilbride to London coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, First Greater Glasgow or Whitelaws Coaches to find the best option for your trip from East Kilbride to London.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from East Kilbride to London.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express, First Greater Glasgow or Whitelaws Coaches to find the best option for your trip from East Kilbride to London.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from East Kilbride to London.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from East Kilbride to London
Buses from East Kilbride to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 543 km distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 543 km |
Average bus duration 10h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, First Greater Glasgow, Whitelaws Coaches from East Kilbride to LondonYou can travel by bus between East Kilbride to London with Megabus, National Express, First Greater Glasgow, Whitelaws Coaches for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: East Kilbride to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Kilbride 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in East Kilbride and London
- 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
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