Prescot to London bus with National Express

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Compare train, coach and flight for Prescot to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prescot to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £170.

Distance: 280 km

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£61

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£170

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6h 15m

Average total duration

5h 45m

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3h 4m

Average total duration

2h 34m

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1h 15m

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Compare prices and tickets Prescot to London by train, coach or flight

Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Why should you book Prescot to London coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Arriva North West or Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire offer coaches services from Prescot to London.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Prescot to London.

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 Arriva North West or Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire to find the best option for your trip from Prescot to London.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Prescot to London.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Prescot to London.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Prescot to London

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Buses from Prescot to London run on average 38 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 280 km distance in 5h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
280 km
Average bus duration
5h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
38
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
5h 35m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Arriva North West, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire from Prescot to LondonYou can travel by bus between Prescot to London with National Express, Arriva North West, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 20m
Cheapest Price
£14
National Express frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Arriva North West

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 17m
Cheapest Price
£32
Arriva North West frequency
2 a day

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 13m
Cheapest Price
£31
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Prescot to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prescot 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Prescot to London can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Prescot to London is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Prescot to London is 5h 35m to travel the 280 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Prescot to London leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Prescot to London leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Prescot to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Prescot to London, you can count on National Express, Arriva North West, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Prescot and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Prescot , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan, Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive, Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange), Liverpool, Botanic Park, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch), London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Stratford City Bus Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Liverpool, Liverpool One, which is located around 1 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Prescot is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Prescot to London is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Prescot and London including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Prescot to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Prescot to London for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Prescot to London depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Prescot to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Prescot to London:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Prescot to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Prescot to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Prescot to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Prescot to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Prescot to London with the following coach company: National Express.

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Important Stations and Airports in Prescot and London

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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
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Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
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London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch)
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