The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nelson to London
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nelson to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nelson to London will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 buses that leave Nelson for London every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 294 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Nelson to London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nelson to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 £12, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 294 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price | £145 Average Price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg 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
Nelson to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nelson to London coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:10 Nelson | 5h40 | 13:50 London | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Nelson to London coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Nelson to London.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Nelson to London.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Nelson to London.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nelson to London
Buses from Nelson to London run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 294 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 294 km |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Nelson to LondonYou can travel by bus between Nelson to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nelson to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nelson to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nelson and London
- 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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