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Overview: Bus from London to Shepton Mallet

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Buses from London to Shepton Mallet run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £24 by train.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 20:02. The fastest coach covers the 172 km distance in 2h 45m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £24
Distance
172 km
Average bus duration
2h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
2h 45m
First bus
1:00
Last bus
20:02
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £24

Frequently asked questions about your London to Shepton Mallet trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Shepton Mallet.

Cheap coach tickets from London to Shepton Mallet can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Shepton Mallet is £27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from London to Shepton Mallet leaves at 1:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Shepton Mallet leaves at 20:02.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from London to Shepton Mallet with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Why should you book London to Shepton Mallet coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from London to Shepton Mallet.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London to Shepton Mallet.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Shepton Mallet.

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London to Shepton Mallet.

Bus providers: National Express from London to Shepton MalletYou can travel by bus between London to Shepton Mallet with National Express for as low as £24. 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 National Express Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest National Express Price
£27
National Express frequency
1 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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London and Shepton Mallet

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from London to Shepton Mallet, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Shepton Mallet. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Shepton Mallet and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Shepton Mallet for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Shepton Mallet:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Shepton Mallet 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 {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Shepton Mallet.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Shepton Mallet:
  • 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 Shepton Mallet:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Shepton Mallet.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Shepton Mallet with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Shepton Mallet with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Shepton Mallet with the following coach company: National Express.

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.

FAQs
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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.

Departure bus stations in London
Arrival bus stations in Shepton Mallet

Which London station do buses to Shepton Mallet leave from?

Buses from London to Shepton Mallet leave from London, Hammersmith Bridge Road. The station is 7 km from London city centre at Hammersmith Bridge Rd, London, UK.
London, Hammersmith Bridge RoadHammersmith Bridge Rd, London, UKWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

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:

BusN9 · 21m · £2 · every ~4 min
702 · 28m · £2 · every ~5 min
N9 · 28m · £2 · every ~4 min
N97 · 32m · £33 · every ~3 min
9, N9 · 44m · £2 · every ~26 min
27, N27 · 47m · £2 · every ~26 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 17m · £6 · every ~91 min

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.

Bus stations for London to Shepton Mallet

Check bus stations information for London and Shepton Mallet, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, which is located around 7 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Shepton Mallet, Rectory Road / Great Ostry, located 0 away from the city centre.

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