The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Ellesmere Port
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Ellesmere Port is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ellesmere Port will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 buses that leave London for Ellesmere Port every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 272 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.
5:305h05London10:35Ellesmere Port£161One-way0 changes
23:255h55London5:20Ellesmere Port£171One-way0 changes
5:305h05London10:35Ellesmere Port£161One-way0 changes
23:255h55London5:20Ellesmere Port£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Ellesmere Port
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ellesmere Port among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. 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 £10, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 272 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price | £116 Average Price |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Ellesmere Port bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ellesmere Port coaches for tomorrow, Friday 15 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 London | 5h05 | 10:35 Ellesmere Port | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Ellesmere Port by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book London to Ellesmere Port coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from London to Ellesmere Port.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Ellesmere Port.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from London to Ellesmere Port.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Ellesmere Port.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Ellesmere Port
Buses from London to Ellesmere Port run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 272 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 272 km |
Average bus duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from London to Ellesmere PortYou can travel by bus between London to Ellesmere Port with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Ellesmere Port coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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 Ellesmere Port
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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