4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Swaffham
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 45 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Swaffham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Swaffham will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from London to Swaffham, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.
11:001h45London12:45Swaffham£81One-way0 changes- 16:101h45London17:55Swaffham£211One-way0 changes
- 11:001h45London12:45Swaffham£81One-way0 changes
- 16:101h45London17:55Swaffham£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London to Swaffham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Swaffham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 138 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Swaffham:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Swaffham costing on average £24.
Other travel options to Swaffham take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 53m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 2h 53m versus 2h 24m 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.
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.
Live departures
London to Swaffham bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Swaffham coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:10 London | 1h45 | 17:55 Swaffham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 11:00 London | 1h45 | 12:45 Swaffham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Swaffham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Swaffham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:08, the last at 21:40. The fastest coach covers the 138 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 138 km |
Average bus duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 6:08 |
Last bus 21:40 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: London to Swaffham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Swaffham 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 Swaffham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Swaffham
Most London to Swaffham buses use the London, Stratford City Bus Station to Thetford, London Road (Bus Interchange) station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Swaffham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Swaffham 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.
Which Swaffham station do buses from London arrive at?
Getting to Swaffham, Market Place from Swaffham city centre
Swaffham, Market Place bus station facilities and services
Swaffham, Market Place has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants and cafes nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swaffham, Market Place. ATMs are available at Swaffham, Market Place.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swaffham, Market Place.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swaffham, Market Place: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swaffham, Market Place: Bus stop is accessible for disabled passengers.
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