4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Nelson
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Nelson is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Nelson will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 8 buses that leave London for Nelson every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 294 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 26 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Nelson
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Nelson among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 294 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price | £113 Average Price |
7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Nelson bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Nelson coaches for today, Sunday 15 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:00 London | 6h30 | 23:30 Nelson | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 16 February | |||||
| FlixBus | 08:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h55 | 14:25 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h20 | 14:25 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 7h20 | 19:30 Bradford, Interchange Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h05 | 20:05 Burnley, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h50 | 21:50 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h10 | 21:50 Bradford, Interchange Station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Nelson
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Buses from London to Nelson run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 294 km distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 294 km |
Average bus duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 3m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to NelsonYou can travel by bus between London to Nelson with National Express 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 Nelson coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Nelson 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 Nelson, 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 Nelson
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
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