The cheapest and fastest coaches from Gelsenkirchen to London
Cheapest price
£102
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
23 h 40 m
Average duration
23 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
501 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Gelsenkirchen to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gelsenkirchen to London will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £102.
Of the 1 buses that leave Gelsenkirchen 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 501 km distance in an average of 23 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 23 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Gelsenkirchen to London
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Gelsenkirchen to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £75, and a train costs an average of £179.
Distance: 501 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£96 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price | £227 Average Price |
17h 22m Average total duration 16h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gelsenkirchen to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gelsenkirchen to London coaches for today, Friday 26 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:05 Gelsenkirchen | 20h40 | 17:45 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 27 December | |||||
![]() | 04:25 Gelsenkirchen | 23h40 | 04:05 London | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gelsenkirchen to London
Buses from Gelsenkirchen to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 16h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £75 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 501 km distance in 16h 47m.
Distance 501 km |
Average bus duration 16h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 16h 47m |
First bus 06:25 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Gelsenkirchen to LondonYou can travel by bus between Gelsenkirchen to London with FlixBus for as low as £75. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Gelsenkirchen to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gelsenkirchen 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gelsenkirchen 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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