London to Grantham bus

Sun 30 Aug
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Grantham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 30 Aug

Cheapest price on 30 Aug

£19

Average ticket price on 30 Aug

£33

Fastest journey on 30 Aug

2 h 58 m

Average journey duration on 30 Aug

3 h 56 m

Buses on 30 Aug

4

Distance

160 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Grantham will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.

Fast coaches

On Sun 30 Aug, we found 4 buses from London to Grantham, including 4 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 160 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.

  • National Express
    12:004h30
    London
    16:30Grantham
    £191One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    13:004h30
    London
    17:30Grantham
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway
    9:002h58
    London
    11:58Grantham
    £421One-way
    0 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway
    10:053h47
    London
    13:52Grantham
    £431One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Grantham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Grantham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £21.

Distance: 160 km

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Most popular
Train

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£21

Average Price

2h 48m

Average total duration

2h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

London to Grantham bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Grantham coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express12:00 London
4h30
16:30 Grantham0 changesdirect
National Express13:00 London
4h30
17:30 Grantham0 changesdirect
Sunday 30 August
London North Eastern Railway9:00 London
2h58
11:58 Grantham0 changesdirect
London North Eastern Railway10:05 London
3h47
13:52 Grantham0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Grantham

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Buses from London to Grantham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 03:44, the last at 22:26. The fastest coach covers the 160 km distance in 4h 30m.

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
160 km
Average bus duration
2h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
4h 30m
First bus
3:44
Last bus
22:26
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Complete guide to Grantham

Things to do in Grantham

Discover the best of Grantham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grantham trip today.

  • Must visit

Woolsthorpe Manor

National Trust property where Isaac Newton was born. Displays explore his life, experiments and the famous orchard linked with the apple story.

  • Must visit

Belton House

Historic estate with furnished rooms, collections and displays on family life and country-house history. The house visit works well as a museum experience.

  • Recommended

Grantham Museum

Town museum covering Grantham’s social history, industry and notable residents including Isaac Newton and Margaret Thatcher.

Pound sterling (£)

Grantham is moderate by UK standards, with typical chain hotels, pub meals and rail fares cheaper than London but not as low as smaller rural towns.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£45+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£2.80-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but spare change is appreciated.

FAQs: London to Grantham coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Grantham can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Grantham is £12; 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 Grantham is 4h 30m to travel the 160 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 Grantham leaves at 3:44. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Grantham leaves at 22:26.
When departing from London , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Golders Green Station . When arriving in Grantham , you can end your route in coach stations like Newark-on-Trent, The Wharf.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Newark-on-Trent, The Wharf, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Grantham from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Grantham is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Grantham including taking a train and coach.
No, the coach from London to Grantham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to Grantham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Grantham.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Grantham.
No, luggage for the coach from London to Grantham needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to Grantham.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Grantham.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to Grantham.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to Grantham.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Grantham

Most London to Grantham buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Newark-on-Trent, The Wharf station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Grantham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Grantham

Which London station do buses to Grantham leave from?

Buses from London to Grantham leave from London, Victoria Coach Station. The station is 2 km from London city centre at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

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:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min

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.

London, Golders Green StationNo. 1-7 Golders Green Rd, London NW11 8DY, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Golders Green Station from London city centre

London, Golders Green Station is 8 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus13 · 40m · £4 · every ~28 min
N5 · 41m · £2 · every ~3 min
139 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~27 min
SubwayNorthern · 29m · £7 · every ~35 min

London, Golders Green Station bus station facilities and services

London, Golders Green Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Nero (in the station), McDonald's (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the ticket office.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Golders Green Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Golders Green Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Golders Green Station: Elevators, ramps.

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