4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Melksham
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 25 m
Buses on 18 Sept
24
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Melksham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Melksham will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 24 buses from London to Melksham, including 24 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
FlixBus17:003h00London, Victoria Coach Station20:00Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys£71One-way0 changes- FlixBus17:002h50London, Victoria Coach Station19:50Chippenham, Town Bridge£71One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:302h35London, Victoria Coach Station22:05Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys£81One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:302h40London, Victoria Coach Station0:10Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys£81One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:452h25London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road)0:10Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys£81One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:452h14London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road)23:59Chippenham, Town Bridge£81One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:452h25London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road)0:10Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys£81One-way0 changes
- FlixBus19:302h25London, Victoria Coach Station21:55Chippenham, Town Bridge£81One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:302h29London, Victoria Coach Station23:59Chippenham, Town Bridge£81One-way0 changes
- FlixBus7:152h30London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road)9:45Chippenham, Town Bridge£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Melksham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Melksham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 140 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £40 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Melksham:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Melksham costing on average £36.
Other travel options to Melksham take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 52m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £27. The journey takes 2h 52m versus 2h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
London to Melksham bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Melksham coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:30 London | 3h15 | 21:45 Melksham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:30 London | 3h15 | 22:45 Melksham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h45 | 9:45 Chippenham, Town Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 9:55 Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:00 Corsham, Bath Rd | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road) | 2h45 | 10:00 Corsham, Bath Rd | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road) | 2h40 | 9:55 Chippenham, Cepen Pk Sth o/s Sainsburys | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road) | 2h30 | 9:45 Chippenham, Town Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Melksham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Melksham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:06, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 140 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 140 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 4:06 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London to MelkshamYou can travel by bus between London to Melksham with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Melksham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Melksham 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 Melksham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Melksham
Most London to Melksham buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Corsham, Bath Rd station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Melksham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Melksham 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 4 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 is 22 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 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 near the arrivals and departures areas.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Which Melksham station do buses from London arrive at?
Melksham, High St (Melksham United Church) bus station facilities and services
Melksham, High St (Melksham United Church) has practical services for this route, including ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Melksham, High St (Melksham United Church).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Melksham, High St (Melksham United Church): Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Melksham, High St (Melksham United Church): Bike Parking.
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