The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Lincoln
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
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 £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 2 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 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.
NX451
NX440 · NX151
NX451
NX440 · NX151Travel 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 £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. 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 £12, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 193 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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 tomorrow, Thursday 26 February. 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 | 5h55 | 18:25 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park | 1 change | |
NX451 | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 21:10 Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Lincoln
Buses from London to Lincoln run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:18, 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 £12 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 05:18 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to LincolnYou can travel by bus between London to Lincoln with National Express for as low as £12. 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Lincoln
- 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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