London to Oswestry bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Oswestry

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£21

Fastest journey

5 h 25 m

Average duration

5 h 45 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

250 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to Oswestry will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave London for Oswestry 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 250 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 5 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.

National ExpressNX409
11:005h25
London, Victoria Coach Station
16:25Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows
£181One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX409
11:006h05
London, Victoria Coach Station
17:05Welshpool, Bus Station (Church Street car park)
£231One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for London to Oswestry

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Oswestry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £53.

Distance: 250 km

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Flight

£20

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Cheapest

£47

Average Price

£134

Average Price

5h 58m

Average total duration

5h 28m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 37m

Average total duration

3h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

London to Oswestry bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Oswestry coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 16:47
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX409
On time
11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
6h05
17:05 Welshpool, Bus Station (Church Street car park)
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX40911:00 London, Victoria Coach Station
5h25
16:25 Shrewsbury, Raven Meadows0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Oswestry

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Buses from London to Oswestry run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:14, the last at 13:00. The fastest coach covers the 250 km distance in 5h 25m.

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
Distance
250 km
Average bus duration
5h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
5h 25m
First bus
08:14
Last bus
13:00
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

Bus providers: National Express from London to OswestryYou can travel by bus between London to Oswestry with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest Price
£18
National Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: London to Oswestry coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Oswestry can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Oswestry is £20; 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 Oswestry is 5h 25m to travel the 250 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 Oswestry leaves at 8:14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Oswestry leaves at 13:00.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from London to Oswestry with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Oswestry, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Oswestry. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Oswestry and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Oswestry from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Oswestry is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Oswestry including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Oswestry:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Oswestry for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Oswestry depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Oswestry.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Oswestry:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Oswestry:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Oswestry.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Oswestry with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Oswestry with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Oswestry with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in London and Oswestry

London
Oswestry
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express

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