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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Waterloo
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
9 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Waterloo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Waterloo will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 2 buses that leave London for Waterloo every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 328 km distance in an average of 9 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Waterloo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Waterloo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £115.
Distance: 328 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £181 Average Price | £98 Average Price |
7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Waterloo bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Waterloo coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 22:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h50 | 08:20 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| FlixBus | 07:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 9h25 | 16:25 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Waterloo
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Buses from London to Waterloo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 328 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 328 km |
Average bus duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Infobus from London to WaterlooYou can travel by bus between London to Waterloo with Infobus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Waterloo coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Waterloo 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 Waterloo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Waterloo
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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