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Tamworth Castle Museum
A compact local history museum inside Tamworth Castle, with displays on archaeology, costume and the town's story.
Cheapest price on 09 Oct
£8
Average ticket price on 09 Oct
£10
Fastest journey on 09 Oct
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 09 Oct
2 h 22 m
Buses on 09 Oct
45
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Tamworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Tamworth will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
On Fri 09 Oct, we found 45 buses from London to Tamworth, including 45 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 165 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
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FlixBusBuses from London to Tamworth run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 36 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 165 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 165 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 36 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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The table below shows live departures for London to Tamworth coaches for today, Thursday 8 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:00 London | 3h10 | 15:10 Tamworth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 London | 2h30 | 15:10 Tamworth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 London | 2h45 | 0:15 Tamworth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 9 October | |||||
FlixBus | 0:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h10 | 3:15 Tamworth | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 9:55 Tamworth | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h25 | 9:55 Tamworth | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 10:55 Tamworth | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 2h25 | 10:55 Tamworth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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A compact local history museum inside Tamworth Castle, with displays on archaeology, costume and the town's story.
A nearby museum and gallery in the parkland of Middleton Hall, with period displays, art and seasonal exhibitions.
A volunteer-run heritage museum with vehicles, memorabilia and displays about local engineering and transport.
A large town-centre park with riverside walks, play areas, flower displays and easy access to the castle.
A landscaped lakeside country park just outside Tamworth, valued for walking trails, wildlife and peaceful scenery.
A shopping and historic core with market spaces, civic buildings and convenient access to key sights.
Staffordshire oatcakes are savoury oat pancakes, traditionally filled with cheese, bacon or sausage. They are a well-known local staple across Staffordshire.
Lobby is a hearty Staffordshire stew of beef or lamb, potatoes and root vegetables. It is traditional working-class comfort food in the wider county.
Meat and potato pie is a pub classic much loved in the Midlands. Shortcrust pastry filled with beef and potato makes it a familiar local comfort dish.
Stylish Indian restaurant known for richly spiced curries, tandoori dishes and smart modern surroundings near the town centre.
Long-established steakhouse and grill with a casual atmosphere, known for steaks, burgers and hearty mains close to the centre.
Popular riverside pub and restaurant serving British classics, grills and drinks in a relaxed setting by the canal and River Tame.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. In cafés, tipping is optional, often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Tamworth 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 Tamworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Tamworth buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Tamworth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
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