4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to York
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to York will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 11 buses that leave London for York 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 280 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 33 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.
NX561 · YC843NX561NX591 · YC843NX561 · YC843NX426 · YC843NX436NX561NX426 · NX131NX561 · YC843NX591 · YC843
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Compare train, coach and flight for London to York
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. 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 £10, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 280 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price | £190 Average Price |
6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to York bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to York coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX426 · NX131 | Delayed 09:30 07:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h55 | 12:55 York, Rail Station | 1 change | |
| NX426 · YC843 | On time 09:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h19 | 15:49 York, Rail Station | 1 change | |
| NX561 · YC840 | Delayed 11:20 11:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h42 | 17:42 York, Rail Station | 1 change | |
| NX426 · YC843 | On time 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h11 | 18:41 York, Rail Station | 1 change | |
| NX561 · YC843 | On time 14:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 20:10 York, Rail Station | 1 change | |
| NX561 | On time 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h40 | 21:40 York, Rail Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 | On time 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h25 | 23:55 York, Rail Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX436 | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 03:55 York, Rail Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX465 · YC840 | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h02 | 08:01 York, Rail Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
| NX426 · NX131 | 07:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h55 | 12:55 York, Rail Station | 1 change | |
| NX591 · YC843 | 08:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h33 | 15:03 York, Rail Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to York
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Buses from London to York run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:33. The fastest coach covers the 280 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 280 km |
Average bus duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:33 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to YorkYou can travel by bus between London to York with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from London to York
Rich in Roman and Viking heritage and surrounded by contemporary independent shops, York is an attractive city for a short break. With several departures from the heart of London direct to York in as little as five hours 25 minutes, National Express makes visiting the Yorkshire city easy. Whenever passengers decide to travel, they can expect three departures per day from the UK's largest provider of bus travel.
Which coach companies travel from London to York?
Only one company operates the London to York route: National Express. As the leading provider of coach travel across the UK, National Express offers passengers a comfortable travel experience, with personalised air conditioning, comfortable seating and spacious legroom. Many of the coaches across their fleet also give passengers access to free WiFi, so they can stream and surf while they travel.
How long is the coach from London to York?
Journey times can vary slightly depending on whether passengers are travelling during peak commuter times when traffic is most congested. The fastest journey is the late-night departure with a journey time of five hours 25 minutes. The longest advertised journey time is 20 minutes more at five hours 45 minutes.
How many coaches are there from London to York?
Each day, National Express offers three coaches from London to York. Passengers have a choice of morning, lunchtime or late-night departures, with the last travelling through the night to arrive in York before 5:00 a.m. the following morning. Services continue throughout the weekend with no change to journey time or the departure schedule.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from London to York?
Departure bus station: All buses depart from London Victoria Coach Station, which is London's busiest coach station. Victoria is found nestled in the heart of Westminster, a short walk from many tourist attractions including St. James's Park. Travel to and from the station is easy with numerous bus links. Victoria train station is a short five-minute walk away and has links to the London Underground on several lines. Station facilities include several shops and dining options, as well as toilets and baby change facilities.
Arrival bus station: All services terminate at York, directly in the centre of town, opposite the rail station for easy onward travel. The coach station facilities are very minimal, but the proximity from the train station and the town centre should allow passengers access to anything they may need.
FAQs: London to York coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from London, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including London, Victoria Coach Station and London, Golders Green Station. When arriving in York, you can end your journey in coach stations like York, Rail Station and York, Train Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at York, Rail Station, located 0.5 miles (786 m) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in London and York
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Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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