4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Lincoln
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Lincoln is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lincoln will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 3 buses that leave London for Lincoln 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 193 km distance in an average of 5 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 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.
NX440 · NX15112:305h30London, Victoria Coach Station18:00Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park£281One-way1 change- NX45116:304h20London, Victoria Coach Station20:50Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park£371One-way0 changes
- NX032 · NX444 · NX45113:507h00London, Hammersmith Bridge Road20:50Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park£541One-way2 changes
- NX45116:304h20London, Victoria Coach Station20:50Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park£371One-way0 changes
- NX440 · NX15112:305h30London, Victoria Coach Station18:00Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park£281One-way1 change
- NX032 · NX444 · NX45113:507h00London, Hammersmith Bridge Road20:50Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park£541One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London to Lincoln
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Lincoln among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 193 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Lincoln bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lincoln coaches for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX440 · NX151 | On time 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 18:00 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park | 1 change | |
| NX032 · NX444 · NX451 | On time 13:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 7h00 | 20:50 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park | 2 changes | |
| NX451 | On time 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 20:50 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
| NX440 · NX151 | On time 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 18:00 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Lincoln
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Lincoln run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:16, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 193 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 5:16 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: National Express from London to LincolnYou can travel by bus between London to Lincoln with National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from London to Lincoln
Buses from London to Lincoln depart from London Victoria bus station and arrive into the Lincoln bus station on Tentercroft Street, which is centrally located within the city. The fastest buses take just over 5 hours and these services involve a change in Leicester. National Express also runs a direct service from London to Lincoln, which takes just a few minutes longer than the service involving a change. There are a couple of services a day on this route and these run in the afternoons at roughly 2:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
FAQs: London to Lincoln coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Lincoln
Most London to Lincoln buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Lincoln bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Lincoln leave from?
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, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 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), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
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