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- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 15 m
Buses on 18 Sept
11
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to West Kirby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to West Kirby will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 11 buses from London to West Kirby, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 293 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to West Kirby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a flight costs an average of £107.
Distance: 293 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £107 Average Price | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to West Kirby:
A coach is £32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to West Kirby costing on average £42.
A coach is £96 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to West Kirby costing on average £107.
Other travel options to West Kirby take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 55m.
Coach takes on average 6h 20m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £56 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £46. The journey takes 6h 20m versus 4h 35m 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.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
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.
The table below shows live departures for London to West Kirby 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 |
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![]() | 14:40 London | 4h55 | 19:35 West Kirby | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
FlixBus | 0:05 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 6h00 | 6:05 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h50 | 13:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h20 | 13:50 Liverpool, Liverpool One | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from London to West Kirby run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to West Kirby 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 West Kirby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to West Kirby buses use the London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Liverpool, Liverpool One station pair. Use this guide to compare London and West Kirby 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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