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Port Talbot Museum
Volunteer-run local history museum covering Port Talbot's industrial, social and maritime past through artefacts, photographs and displays.
Cheapest price on 29 Oct
£13
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£15
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
5 h
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
6 h 32 m
Buses on 29 Oct
3
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Port Talbot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Port Talbot will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
On Thu 29 Oct, we found 3 buses from London to Port Talbot, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 6 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 35 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.






Buses from London to Port Talbot run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 253 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 253 km |
Average bus duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Port Talbot.
The table below shows live departures for London to Port Talbot coaches for today, Wednesday 28 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX025 · NX201 | 3:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h30 | 12:00 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX201 | 3:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 8h10 | 12:00 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX201 | 6:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 6h50 | 13:40 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h35 | 13:05 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX507 · NX201 | 8:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 13:40 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX201 | 9:55 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 5h45 | 15:40 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX509 · NX201 | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h40 | 15:40 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX202 | 10:55 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 6h15 | 17:10 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX508 · NX202 | 11:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h40 | 17:10 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX509 · NX112 | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 17:45 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX509 · NX112 | 12:55 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 4h50 | 17:45 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX201 | 13:55 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 5h55 | 19:50 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX507 | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h05 | 19:05 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h25 | 20:25 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h20 | 21:20 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX509 · NX202 | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h55 | 20:55 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX201 | 15:35 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 6h10 | 21:45 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX502 · NX201 | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h45 | 21:45 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX509 · NX202 | 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h20 | 22:50 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX509 · NX202 | 17:55 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 4h55 | 22:50 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 0:10 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX507 · NX201 | 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 23:30 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX202 | 19:20 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 6h05 | 1:25 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h50 | 1:20 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX401 · NX202 | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h55 | 1:25 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX444 · NX202 | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h55 | 1:25 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX202 | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h55 | 1:25 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX201 | 20:50 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 5h40 | 2:30 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX444 · NX201 | 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 2:30 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX201 | 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 2:30 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX201 | 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 2:30 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 7h00 | 5:00 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX025 · NX201 | 22:20 London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 6h05 | 4:25 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX201 | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 4:25 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
NX444 · NX201 | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 4:25 Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way | 1 change | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Port Talbot buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Port Talbot bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way. ATMs are available at Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way.
Ticket office support is available at Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way.
Available at Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port Talbot, Heilbronn Way: Station is accessible with ramps and flat surfaces.
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