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- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Victoria (VIC) to Telford Central (TFC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 205 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Victoria (VIC) to Telford Central (TFC):
A coach is £34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Victoria (VIC) to Telford Central (TFC) costing on average £57.
Other travel options to Telford Central (TFC) take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 4m.
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 5h 4m versus 3h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for London Victoria (VIC) to Telford Central (TFC) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX409 | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 16:25 Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows | 0 changesdirect | |
NX409 | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 15:55 Telford, Town Centre | 0 changesdirect | |
NX422 | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h45 | 4:45 Penkridge, Crown Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
NX424 · NX422 | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 4:45 Penkridge, Crown Bridge | 1 change | |
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Buses from London Victoria (VIC) to Telford Central (TFC) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 10:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 205 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 205 km |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 10:00 |
Last bus 22:30 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Victoria (VIC) to Telford Central (TFC) 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 Telford Central (TFC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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