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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gainsborough to London

Showing times and prices for 01 Mar

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

5 h 40 m

Average duration

5 h 40 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

213 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Gainsborough to London will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Gainsborough 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 213 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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
10:405h40
Gainsborough
16:20London
£251One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Gainsborough to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gainsborough to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £25.

Distance: 213 km

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Train

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£42

Average Price

4h 19m

Average total duration

3h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 2m

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30m

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Live departures

Gainsborough to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Gainsborough to London coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 13:38
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express10:40 Gainsborough
5h40
16:20 London0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Gainsborough to London coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Gainsborough to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Gainsborough to London.

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  • 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 National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Gainsborough to London.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Gainsborough to London.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Gainsborough to London

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Buses from Gainsborough to London run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 17:14. The fastest coach covers the 213 km distance in 4h 50m.

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
213 km
Average bus duration
3h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
4h 50m
First bus
06:00
Last bus
17:14
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 from Gainsborough to LondonYou can travel by bus between Gainsborough to London with National Express for as low as £12. 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 Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
£12
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.

FAQs: Gainsborough to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gainsborough 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 Gainsborough to London can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Gainsborough to London is £22; 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 Gainsborough to London is 4h 50m to travel the 213 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 Gainsborough to London leaves at 6:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Gainsborough to London leaves at 17:14.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Gainsborough to London with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Gainsborough to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Gainsborough and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London from Gainsborough is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Gainsborough to London is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Gainsborough and London including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Gainsborough to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Gainsborough to London for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Gainsborough 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Gainsborough to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Gainsborough to London:
  • 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 Gainsborough to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Gainsborough to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Gainsborough to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Gainsborough to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Gainsborough to London with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Gainsborough and London

Gainsborough
London
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
information
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
22 km
carConnection
Car connection
Great South West Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret A Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
  • Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly

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