London to Mechelen bus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Mechelen

Showing times and prices for 08 Jul

Cheapest price

£83

Average price

£115

Fastest journey

16 h

Average duration

16 h

Buses per day

2

Distance

325 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Mechelen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Mechelen will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £83.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave London for Mechelen every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 325 km distance in an average of 16 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h .

The slowest buses will take 16 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.

  • FlixBus
    19:3016h00
    London
    11:30Mechelen
    £831One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBus
    18:3016h00
    London
    10:30Mechelen
    £1461One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for London to Mechelen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Mechelen 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 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £69.

Distance: 325 km

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Flight

£63

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Cheapest

£144

Average Price

£73

Average Price

13h 37m

Average total duration

13h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 48m

Average total duration

2h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

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3h 0m

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Compare prices and tickets London to Mechelen by train, coach or flight

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Mechelen

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Buses from London to Mechelen run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 325 km distance in 6h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £28
Distance
325 km
Average bus duration
13h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£28
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
6h 30m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:40
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £28

FAQs: London to Mechelen coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Mechelen 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 Mechelen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Mechelen can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Mechelen is £63; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Mechelen is 6h 30m to travel the 325 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Mechelen leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Mechelen leaves at 23:40.
When departing from London , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, London, Stratford City Bus Station . When arriving in Mechelen , you can end your route in coach stations like Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16), Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord), Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats), Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem), Antwerp, P+R Luchtbal (Entrance of the parking garage), Bruxelles, Gare du Nord.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Mechelen from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Mechelen is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Mechelen including taking a train, coach and flight.
No, the coach from London to Mechelen has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to Mechelen.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Mechelen.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Mechelen.
No, luggage for the coach from London to Mechelen needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to Mechelen.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Mechelen.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to Mechelen.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to Mechelen.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Mechelen

Most London to Mechelen buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Mechelen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Mechelen

Which London station do buses to Mechelen leave from?

Buses from London to Mechelen leave from London, Victoria Coach Station. The station is 2 km from London city centre at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United Kingdom.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

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:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min

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.

London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre

BusN11, N44 · 11m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 14m · £2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 16m · £2 · every ~46 min
24 · 23m · £2 · every ~25 min
390 · 31m · £2 · every ~26 min
A8 · 33m · £0.90 · every ~10 min

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