London to Prague bus

Buses from London to Prague

The journey by bus from London to Prague will take an average of 18h 30min. The journey is shorter for buses which travel directly with no changeovers, which are possible to book. Buses with changeovers, or those which travel during peak traffic periods may take longer to arrive: up to 24h should be left aside if travelling indirectly. At least one direct or one indirect bus will depart from London to Prague, on both weekdays and weekends. There are multiple bus stops in both London and Prague for departure and arrival.

London to Prague Bus Time: Daily Departures

At least one bus departs from London per day, several times per week, usually a direct bus with no changeovers. The bus will generally depart in the late morning before 12.00 p.m, arriving in Prague in the early morning of the next day. From different locations and providers, bus from London to Prague collectively run every single day, particularly scheduled towards the end of the week, including on weekends. Indirect buses with changeovers also run at different times.

How long is the journey by bus from London to Prague?

The journey from London by Prague will take around 18h 30min if you are travelling directly. As most buses depart from London in the late morning or early afternoon, you will generally travel overnight and arrive in Prague in the early morning of the next day. An indirect bus with changeovers will take longer, so expect to travel for around 24h you are not travelling directly. The distance from London to Prague is around 800 miles (1300 km) in total, depending on the route taken by your provider.

Prague Park. Source: Shutterstock

What is/are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Prague?

Departure bus station: Buses from London to Prague generally depart from London Victoria coach station. This is a large coach station within central London, with access to public transport links including rail services from London Victoria Station, underground stations and inner city bus services. London Victoria coach station has facilities including customer services, luggage services and toilet facilities. There are also options for eating, a coffee shop and a newsagent onsite. The station is accessible for customers with disabilities including those using wheelchairs. Smaller bus stops are also available to collect passengers from at other points in London, such as Finchley.

Arrival bus station: Buses from London often arrive in Praha, Hlavní Nádraží, a large railway and coach station in Prague city centre. It is easy to access rail links and further bus services from here to continue your journey, and the station’s inner city location means it is in walking distance of local amenities. There are also shopping facilities within the station itself as well as 24h luggage storage. The station is wheelchair accessible. Arrivals may also occur at Prague ÚAN Florenc this is the main bus station in Prague and has an Internet cafe, free Wi-Fi, baggage handling and lots of places to sit and eat. As it is the main bus terminal for the city, you can access other public transport links easily from here.

Which bus companies travel from London to Prague?

One of the coach companies serving the bus route between London and Prague is RegioJet, the largest and leading bus company currently operating in the Czech Republic. Flixbus, one of Europe’s most popular coach companies, also serves the route between London and Prague. RegioJet generally serves direct routes with no changeovers, while Flixbus often offers indirect travel at slightly cheaper prices. Both have options for online booking.

RegioJet buses from London to Prague

RegioJet offers bus services from London to Prague several times per week, including at weekends. These journeys are usually direct, with no changeovers, and can be completed in under 19h Journeys with RegioJet will often involve travelling overnight. RegioJet coaches travel long distance and have the facilities to make such journeys as comfortable as possible for their passengers such as on board entertainment, secure luggage storage and air conditioning.

Flixbus buses from London to Prague

Flixbus operates a bus service between London and Prague, offering one Standard ticket type for customers. They have a flexible cancellation policy and offer facilities on board suitable for long distance travel including air conditioning and toilet facilities. Flixbus generally operate at least one bus per day, departing from London in the early afternoon and travelling for a duration of 24h before arriving at Prague’s major bus terminal the next day.

Prague Old Town. Source: Shutterstock

Bus London to Prague: Services on Board

RegioJet buses have Wi-Fi and entertainment access for customers as well as air conditioning and toilet facilities to ensure a comfortable journey. They also have several ticket tiers to choose from, making it easier to find a cheaper or more flexible ticket depending on your travel plans. RegioJet buses often operate direct journeys between London and Prague with no changeovers required.

Flixbus offer similar facilities for passengers including safe luggage storage. Flixbus do not designate between first and second class, and offer just one standard ticket. Online booking is available and you can find flexible cancellation policies when booking your ticket. Pets are not permitted on board, however, assistance and guide dogs are allowed. If you are travelling with a bike or wheelchair, it is advisable to let your bus provider know in advance so that they can accommodate you safely and in a timely manner. Travelling with a bike may also pertain an extra fee when booking.

How to find cheap bus tickets from London to Prague?

The best way to save money on your trip between London and Prague is to book online, and well in advance of your journey. This will enable you to find a wide availability of tickets and to pick the most affordable. Travelling indirectly will mean a longer journey, but you can often save money by choosing a trip with connecting buses. Bus companies including RegioJet offer different types of tickets including some which are cheaper, although these may have less flexibility when it comes to cancellations or amending your booking. Some providers do offer flexible cancellation policies and booking further in advance may allow you amend or cancel your booking while avoiding cancellation fees.

To Prague by bus—travel tips

Both London and Prague are fascinating cities to visit and travel around by bus. These famous cities are great for sight-seeing, with Prague boasting an amazing historic past which you can immerse yourself in by visiting Wenceslas Square and the famous gothic churches. You can try local delicacies at the street markets and small eateries, or find treasures in the large shopping centres or boutiques.

Prague offers many excellent shopping destinations like the Palladium shopping centre, and a fantastic farmer's market which is certainly not to be missed. In Prague, you can also find the famous castle and many theatres, including the national theatre and the Black Light theatre. Prague has a city bus tour which is ideal for visitors to see the sights in an affordable and convenient way, as you can hop on and off whenever you choose. Among the street markets, you can find many restaurants offering a taste of Prague through local ingredients, or excellent cafes where you can watch the world go by.