The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Lanark
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
12 h 11 m
Average duration
12 h 11 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
522 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Lanark is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lanark will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for Lanark every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 522 km distance in an average of 12 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 11 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 11 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Lanark
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Lanark among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 522 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price | £77 Average Price |
8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Lanark bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lanark coaches for today, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:00 London | 11h09 | 07:09 Lanark | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Lanark
Buses from London to Lanark run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 522 km distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 522 km |
Average bus duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus from London to LanarkYou can travel by bus between London to Lanark with Megabus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Lanark coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Lanark 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 Lanark, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Lanark
- 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
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