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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Shanklin
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£44
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 43 m
Buses on 18 Sept
1
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Shanklin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Shanklin will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from London to Shanklin, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 123 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 43 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.
11:304h43London16:13Shanklin£441One-way0 changes
- 11:304h43London16:13Shanklin£441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, ferry and train for London to Shanklin
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Shanklin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 123 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £43 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular ferry company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Shanklin:
A ferry is £14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from London to Shanklin costing on average £40.
A ferry is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Shanklin costing on average £43.
Other travel options to Shanklin take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Coach takes on average 3h 30m.
Live departures
London to Shanklin bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Shanklin coaches for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:30 London | 4h43 | 16:13 Shanklin | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Shanklin by coach, ferry or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Shanklin
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Shanklin run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £24 by ferry.
The earliest coach runs at 04:05, the last at 23:46. The fastest coach covers the 123 km distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 123 km |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 43m |
First bus 4:05 |
Last bus 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express from London to ShanklinYou can travel by bus between London to Shanklin with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
FAQs: London to Shanklin coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Shanklin 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 Shanklin, 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 Shanklin
Most London to Shanklin buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Shanklin, Landguard Road / Carter Avenue station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Shanklin bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Shanklin 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, York Road (London Eye) from London city centre
London, York Road (London Eye) bus station facilities and services
London, York Road (London Eye) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, York Road (London Eye): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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.
Which Shanklin station do buses from London arrive at?
Getting to Shanklin, Landguard Road / Carter Avenue from Shanklin city centre
Shanklin, Landguard Road / Carter Avenue bus station facilities and services
Shanklin, Landguard Road / Carter Avenue has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Nearby cafes and takeaways available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Shanklin, Landguard Road / Carter Avenue. ATMs are available at Shanklin, Landguard Road / Carter Avenue.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shanklin, Landguard Road / Carter Avenue.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shanklin, Landguard Road / Carter Avenue: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shanklin, Landguard Road / Carter Avenue: Ramps available for easy access.
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