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London to Hatfield bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Hatfield

Showing times and prices for 28 Jan

Cheapest price

£15

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

1 h 6 m

Average duration

3 h 14 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

29 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Hatfield will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave London for Hatfield every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 29 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 6 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.

Great Northern
00:071h06
London
01:13Hatfield
£151One-way
0 changes
National Express
13:004h10
London
17:10Hatfield
£231One-way
0 changes
National Express
21:303h35
London
01:05Hatfield
£291One-way
0 changes
National Express
15:304h05
London
19:35Hatfield
£291One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Hatfield

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Hatfield among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £9.

Distance: 29 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£27

Average Price

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 19m

Average total duration

1h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Great Northern

Most popular train company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

London to Hatfield bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Hatfield coaches for today, Tuesday 27 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 20:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express21:30 London
3h35
01:05 Hatfield0 changesdirect
Wednesday 28 January
great_northern00:07 London
1h06
01:13 Hatfield0 changesdirect
national_express13:00 London
4h10
17:10 Hatfield0 changesdirect
national_express15:30 London
4h05
19:35 Hatfield0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Hatfield

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Buses from London to Hatfield run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 29 km distance in 1h 20m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £9
Distance
29 km
Average bus duration
1h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
7
Fastest bus
1h 20m
First bus
00:02
Last bus
23:58
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £9

Bus providers: National Express from London to HatfieldYou can travel by bus between London to Hatfield with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£22
National Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: London to Hatfield coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Hatfield can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Hatfield is £24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London to Hatfield coach time is 53 min   covering the 18 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London to Hatfield leaves at 00: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London to Hatfield leaves at 23: 54.
There are 14 coaches a day from London to Hatfield which require at least one change with National Express or Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best London to Hatfield coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express or Bus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between London and Hatfield to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, which is located around 14.3 miles (23.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Hatfield, The Galleria, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Hatfield from London is worth doing with a journey time of 53 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Hatfield is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London to Hatfield including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from London to Hatfield has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to Hatfield.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Hatfield.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Hatfield.
    No, luggage for the coach from London to Hatfield needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to Hatfield.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Hatfield.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to Hatfield.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to Hatfield.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in London and Hatfield

    London
    Hatfield
    The major coach station for departures in London is London, Victoria Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Victoria Coach Station for your trip from London to Hatfield.
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    Amenities at bus station
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    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, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
    information
    London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place

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