The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Holmes Chapel
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Holmes Chapel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Holmes Chapel will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 18 buses that leave London for Holmes Chapel every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.
FlixBus9:305h00London, Victoria Coach Station14:30Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:594h26London, Victoria Coach Station4:25Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus12:405h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)17:55Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station£201One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus12:005h55London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station17:55Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station£211One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus6:305h45London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station12:15Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station£211One-way1 change
FlixBus10:404h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)14:55Manchester, Airport£241One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:304h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)13:45Manchester, Airport£221One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:594h26London, Victoria Coach Station4:25Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station£201One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus15:404h45London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)20:25Manchester, Airport£311One-way1 change
FlixBus9:004h45London, Victoria Coach Station13:45Manchester, Airport£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Holmes Chapel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Holmes Chapel 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 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £39.
Distance: 242 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price | £117 Average Price |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Holmes Chapel bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Holmes Chapel coaches for today, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:59 London | 4h26 | 3:25 Holmes Chapel | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:59 London | 4h26 | 4:25 Holmes Chapel | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 5 August | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 5h45 | 12:15 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h10 | 12:15 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 13:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h00 | 14:30 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 13:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 14:30 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 14:55 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 14:55 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 5h55 | 17:55 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h50 | 17:20 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h15 | 17:55 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h35 | 20:35 Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 20:25 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Holmes Chapel
Buses from London to Holmes Chapel run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 242 km distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 242 km |
Average bus duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 26m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from London to Holmes ChapelYou can travel by bus between London to Holmes Chapel with Megabus, FlixBus 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 Holmes Chapel coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Holmes Chapel 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 Holmes Chapel, 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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 Holmes Chapel
Most London to Holmes Chapel buses use the London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Holmes Chapel bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
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, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre
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