4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Durham
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Durham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Durham will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 2 buses that leave London for Durham 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 376 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 50 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London to Durham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 376 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Durham bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Durham coaches for today, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX540 · NX177 | On time 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h50 | 19:50 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street | 1 change | |
| NX598 | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h25 | 04:25 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Durham
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Buses from London to Durham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £21 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 376 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 376 km |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from London to DurhamYou can travel by bus between London to Durham with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from London to Durham
Bus travel from London to Durham is provided by National Express coaches. The coach service provides four direct journeys every day from London to Durham, the first departing at 7:00 a.m. and the last at 11:00 p.m. Journey time ranges from six and a half to seven and a half hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Durham?
London Victoria Coach Station:Conveniently located in the south west of central London's Zone 1, Victoria Coach Station is a couple of minutes walk from Victoria Rail and Underground Station. Victoria is accessible from much of central London by bus, tube or rail in less than 15 minutes.
Durham Bus Station:Services from London arrive at Durham Bus and Coach Station which is located right in the city centre and just a two minute walk from Durham Railway Station. Onward travel by bus to other parts of the city, including the University, is straightforward, as all buses terminate or pass through the bus station.
FAQs: London to Durham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Durham 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 Durham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Durham
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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