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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Clitheroe
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 58 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Clitheroe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Clitheroe will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from London to Clitheroe, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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.
12:007h20London19:20Clitheroe£221One-way0 changes- 16:006h15London22:15Clitheroe£251One-way0 changes
- 13:007h20London20:20Clitheroe£251One-way0 changes
- 16:006h15London22:15Clitheroe£251One-way0 changes
- 13:007h20London20:20Clitheroe£251One-way0 changes
- 12:007h20London19:20Clitheroe£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Clitheroe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Clitheroe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a flight costs an average of £95.
Distance: 304 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price | £95 Average Price | £59 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Clitheroe:
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Clitheroe costing on average £55.
A coach is £68 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Clitheroe costing on average £95.
Other travel options to Clitheroe take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 18m.
Coach takes on average 6h 49m.
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £33. The journey takes 6h 49m versus 4h 48m 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.
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.
Live departures
London to Clitheroe bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Clitheroe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h25 | 17:55 Lancaster, University | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h40 | 17:10 Preston, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h45 | 17:55 Lancaster, University | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h00 | 17:10 Preston, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London to Clitheroe by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Clitheroe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Clitheroe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:39, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 304 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 304 km |
Average bus duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 0:39 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express from London to ClitheroeYou can travel by bus between London to Clitheroe with National Express for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Clitheroe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Clitheroe
Most London to Clitheroe buses use the London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Preston, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Clitheroe bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Clitheroe leave from?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
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Most popular buses to and from Clitheroe and London
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