The cheapest and fastest coaches from Peterborough to London
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Peterborough to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to London will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 3 buses that leave Peterborough 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 119 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 16 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 train and coach for Peterborough to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. 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 train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £31.
Distance: 119 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£34 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Peterborough to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Peterborough to London coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:35 Peterborough | 2h20 | 23:55 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 28 February | |||||
![]() | 08:03 Peterborough | 3h16 | 11:19 London | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Peterborough to London by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Peterborough to London.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Peterborough to London.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Peterborough to London.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Peterborough to London
Buses from Peterborough to London run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:08, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 119 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 119 km |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 9m |
First bus 00:08 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Peterborough to LondonYou can travel by bus between Peterborough to London with FlixBus, National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
Buses from Peterborough to London
The cheapest and simplest way to travel from Peterborough to London is via National Express coach. Buses from Peterborough to London are run frequently by National Express who operate five services per day from morning till afternoon. Coaches depart from Peterborough Coach station in the city centre, adjacent to Peterborough Railway Station. Journey time for buses form Peterborough to London is from just 2.5 hours. Coaches arrive at London Victoria Coach Station, the capital's main coach terminus in Southwest London. From here it's just a short walk to London Victoria Underground where passengers can board onward travel to anywhere in the city.
FAQs: Peterborough to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough 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
- 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
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