London to Strood bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Strood

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

1 h 53 m

Average duration

1 h 57 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

45 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Strood is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Strood will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

To travel from London to Strood you need to make at least one change.

  • National Express
    11:002h04
    London
    13:04Elaine Avenue
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    14:301h54
    London
    16:24Elaine Avenue
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • National Express
    18:001h53
    London
    19:53Elaine Avenue
    £241One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London to Strood

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Strood among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £24.

Distance: 45 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train

£34

Average Price

£14

Average Price

Cheapest

5h 5m

Average total duration

4h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

London to Strood bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Strood coaches for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express11:00 London
2h01
13:01 Elaine Avenue1 change
National Express14:30 London
2h04
16:34 Elaine Avenue1 change
National Express18:00 London
2h22
20:22 Elaine Avenue1 change
National Express21:30 London
11h14
8:44 Elaine Avenue1 change
National Express23:00 London
9h44
8:44 Elaine Avenue3 changes

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Compare prices and tickets London to Strood by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Why should you book London to Strood coaches with Omio?

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

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 Strood.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

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

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Strood

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Buses from London to Strood run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £9 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 00:09, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 45 km distance in 1h 51m.

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 £9
Distance
45 km
Average bus duration
4h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
1h 51m
First bus
0:09
Last bus
23:58
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
35 days
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 £9

Bus providers: National Express from London to StroodYou can travel by bus between London to Strood with National Express for as low as £9. 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 Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest Price
£24
National Express frequency
3 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.
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FAQs: London to Strood coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Strood 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 Strood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Strood can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Strood is £34; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Strood is 1h 51m to travel the 45 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Strood leaves at 0:09. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Strood leaves at 23:58.
There are 3 coaches a day from London to Strood which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Strood, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Strood. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Strood and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Strood from London is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Strood is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Strood including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Strood:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Strood for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Strood 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 National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Strood.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Strood:
  • 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 Strood:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Strood.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Strood with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Strood with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Strood with the following coach company: National Express.

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