London to Ashton-under-Lyne bus with Megabus

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Compare train, coach and flight for London to Ashton-under-Lyne

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Ashton-under-Lyne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £108.

Distance: 258 km

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5h 58m

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5h 28m

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Live departures

London to Ashton-under-Lyne bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Ashton-under-Lyne coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 01:43
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
megb07:55 London
4h45
12:40 Ashton-under-Lyne0 changesdirect
national_express16:00 London
6h16
22:16 Ashton-under-Lyne0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Ashton-under-Lyne

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Buses from London to Ashton-under-Lyne run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 258 km distance in 3h 59m.

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
258 km
Average bus duration
5h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
3h 59m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:57
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: Megabus from London to Ashton-under-LyneYou can travel by bus between London to Ashton-under-Lyne with Megabus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 40m
Cheapest Price
£10
Megabus frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

FAQs: London to Ashton-under-Lyne coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ashton-under-Lyne 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 Ashton-under-Lyne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Ashton-under-Lyne can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Ashton-under-Lyne is £15; 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 London to Ashton-under-Lyne is 3h 59m to travel the 258 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 London to Ashton-under-Lyne leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Ashton-under-Lyne leaves at 23:57.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from London to Ashton-under-Lyne with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Ashton-under-Lyne, you can count on Megabus for the best way to get you to Ashton-under-Lyne. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Ashton-under-Lyne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from London , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North, London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Baker Street Station, London, Marble Arch, London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, St John's Wood, London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station . When arriving in Ashton-under-Lyne , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport, Failsworth, Oldham Road, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, New Moston, Broadway, Manchester, Broadway / Hollinwood Avenue (Stop B), Oldham, Cheapside.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Ashton-under-Lyne from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 59m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Ashton-under-Lyne is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Ashton-under-Lyne including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Ashton-under-Lyne:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Ashton-under-Lyne for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Ashton-under-Lyne depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Ashton-under-Lyne.
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 London to Ashton-under-Lyne.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Ashton-under-Lyne:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Ashton-under-Lyne:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Ashton-under-Lyne.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Ashton-under-Lyne with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Ashton-under-Lyne with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Ashton-under-Lyne with the following coach company: Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Ashton-under-Lyne

London
Ashton-under-Lyne
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, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Bath 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, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
  • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly

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