The cheapest and fastest coaches from Norwich to London
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Norwich to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to London will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 14 buses that leave Norwich for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 158 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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.
NX491
NX491
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NX727 · NXA8
NX727 · NXA6
NX491
NX491
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NX727 · NXA8
NX727 · NXA8Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Norwich to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 158 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Norwich to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich to London coaches for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX727 · NXA8 | On time 05:50 Norwich, Bus Station | 6h00 | 11:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX491 | 09:30 Norwich, Bus Station | 3h20 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX727 · NXA8 | On time 10:05 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h45 | 15:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX491 | 13:30 Norwich, Bus Station | 3h20 | 16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX491 | 13:45 Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 3h05 | 16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX728 · NXA8 | On time 13:55 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h55 | 19:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX728 · NXA8 | On time 15:40 Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 6h10 | 21:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX728 · NXA8 | On time 16:05 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h45 | 21:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX727 · NXA6 | 23:35 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h45 | 05:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX727 · NXA6 | 23:47 Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 5h33 | 05:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX727 · NXA8 | On time 01:50 Norwich, Bus Station | 5h30 | 07:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX727 · NXA8 | On time 02:02 Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 5h18 | 07:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX727 · NXA8 | On time 03:45 Norwich, Bus Station | 6h05 | 09:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX727 · NXA8 | On time 03:57 Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 5h53 | 09:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Norwich to London
Buses from Norwich to London run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £10 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:24, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 158 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 158 km |
Average bus duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 00:24 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Norwich to LondonYou can travel by bus between Norwich to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Norwich to London
Buses from Norwich to London are provided by National Express and are the most convenient way to travel between these two cities. Travel from Norwich to London is flexible thanks to the eight direct services that operate each day. Journey time takes three to three and a half hours. The first daily coach departs Norwich just after 5:30 a.m. and the last shortly before 6:30 p.m. Those wishing to travel later can take an indirect coach with a change in Stansted that departs just after 10:00 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for Buses from Norwich to London?
Departure Station: Buses from Norwich to London depart from Norwich Bus Station which is located to the southwest of central Norwich, close to the Intu Chapelfield Mall. The bus station can be reached on foot from anywhere in Central Norwich, although many buses in the city stop close by at St. Stephen's Street or along Castle Meadow. Public bus services cease around 11:00 p.m. which means those boarding the late night coaches will need to book a taxi to reach the bus station.
Arrival Station: Buses from Norwich to London arrive at London's main coach terminus. London Victoria Coach Station is in the south-west of Central London and well-connected to other parts of the city. A two-minute walk from Victoria Coach Station is Victoria Rail and Underground Station which links with all of London.
FAQs: Norwich to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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.

When departing from Norwich, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Norwich, Bus Station, Norwich, University Of East Anglia and Norwich, Ber Street (Stop BU). When arriving in London, you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Norwich, Bus Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Norwich to London, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and London
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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