The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Knaresborough
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Buses per day
36
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Knaresborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Knaresborough will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 36 buses that leave London for Knaresborough every day 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 292 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Knaresborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Knaresborough 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 6m. 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 £10, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 292 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price | £134 Average Price |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Knaresborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Knaresborough coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:00 London | 6h10 | 22:10 Knaresborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
FlixBus | 00:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h05 | 04:15 Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 10:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 10:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX426 · RL36 | On time 07:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 13:10 Harrogate, Station Parade | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 07:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 12:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 12:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 13:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX591 · RL36 | 08:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h40 | 15:10 Harrogate, Station Parade | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 09:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h40 | 13:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX426 · RL36 | On time 09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 15:40 Harrogate, Station Parade | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 14:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 14:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h05 | 16:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 16:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX426 · RL36 | On time 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h15 | 18:45 Harrogate, Station Parade | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h05 | 19:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX426 · RL36 | On time 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h15 | 20:15 Harrogate, Station Parade | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 14:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h25 | 19:05 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 20:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX426 · RL36 | On time 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h40 | 23:10 Harrogate, Station Parade | 1 change | |
NX426 · RL36 | On time 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h40 | 00:10 Harrogate, Station Parade | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets London to Knaresborough by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
28 Feb
01 Mar
02 Mar
03 Mar
04 Mar
05 Mar
06 Mar
Why should you book London to Knaresborough coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London to Knaresborough.
- 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 National Express with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Knaresborough.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London to Knaresborough.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Knaresborough.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Knaresborough
Buses from London to Knaresborough run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 292 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 292 km |
Average bus duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from London to KnaresboroughYou can travel by bus between London to Knaresborough with National Express, Megabus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Megabus
FAQs: London to Knaresborough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Knaresborough 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 Knaresborough, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Knaresborough
- 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
- 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
More options for your journey from London to Knaresborough
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

