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Compare train and coach for London to Shepton Mallet
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Shepton Mallet among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 172 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price | £46 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Shepton Mallet:
A coach is £4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Shepton Mallet costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Shepton Mallet take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 55m.
Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £17. The journey takes 2h 55m versus 2h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Compare prices and tickets London to Shepton Mallet by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Shepton Mallet
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Buses from London to Shepton Mallet run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £25 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 20:02. The fastest coach covers the 172 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 172 km |
Average bus duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 20:02 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: Megabus from London to Shepton MalletYou can travel by bus between London to Shepton Mallet with Megabus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from London to Shepton Mallet
There are at least two buses per day between Shepton Mallet, located in Somerset, and London. Customers have the option of taking a direct bus or choosing a service with a change in Bristol. There are different times to choose from, with buses departing from London to Shepton Mallet in the afternoon and evening. The journey generally takes between four and five hours, depending on whether there is a change of buses.
Which coach companies travel from London to Shepton Mallet?
The primary provider of buses between London and Shepton Mallet is National Express. The buses depart from London Victoria Coach Station, conveniently located in central London, close to the major rail interchange of the same name, and offload in central Shepton Mallet, where customers will easily be able to reach their destination in the town or continue with onward journeys.
How long is the coach from London to Shepton Mallet?
Journeys by road between London and Shepton Mallet are generally fairly fast. The quickest journey should take just under four hours in ideal traffic; journeys that involve a change in Bristol set down for one and a half hours before resuming travel to Shepton Mallet, which is close by.How many coaches are there from London to Shepton Mallet?
Travellers between London and Shepton Mallet will have a choice of at least two buses a day, one direct, which leaves in the early evening and does not make any stops before its final destination. The other leaves earlier in the afternoon but involves a change of bus in Bristol and a waiting time of about one hour before the journey resumes.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to Shepton Mallet?
Departure coach station: All buses from London bound for Shepton Mallet depart from London Victoria Coach Station in Central London. The coach station in London is 10 minutes' walk from London Victoria Rail Station and is easily accessible by London Underground, National Rail services and local buses, which stop outside the station regularly. Victoria Coach Station is well-appointed with shops, cash machines and public toilets.
Arrival coach station: National Express services to Shepton Mallet terminate at the Shepton Mallet stop on Rectory Road, opposite the car park. It is 20 minutes by bus to East Somerset Railway station.
FAQs: London to Shepton Mallet coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Shepton Mallet 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 Shepton Mallet, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Shepton Mallet
Most London to Shepton Mallet buses use the London, Hammersmith Bridge Road to Shepton Mallet, Rectory Road / Great Ostry station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Shepton Mallet bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Shepton Mallet leave from?
Getting to London, Hammersmith Bridge Road from London city centre
London, Hammersmith Bridge Road is 7 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Hammersmith Bridge Road bus station facilities and services
London, Hammersmith Bridge Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several fast food outlets nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road. ATMs are available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Hammersmith Bridge Road: Wheelchair accessible.
Which Shepton Mallet station do buses from London arrive at?
Getting to Shepton Mallet, Rectory Road / Great Ostry from Shepton Mallet city centre
Shepton Mallet, Rectory Road / Great Ostry bus station facilities and services
Shepton Mallet, Rectory Road / Great Ostry has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Shepton Mallet, Rectory Road / Great Ostry. ATMs are available at Shepton Mallet, Rectory Road / Great Ostry.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shepton Mallet, Rectory Road / Great Ostry.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shepton Mallet, Rectory Road / Great Ostry: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shepton Mallet, Rectory Road / Great Ostry: There is wheelchair access to the buses.
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