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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sandwich to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£13

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£19

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

3 h

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

3 h 33 m

Buses on 18 Sept

2

Distance

105 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sandwich to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sandwich to London will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.

Fast coaches

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Sandwich to London, including 2 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 105 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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.

  • National Express
    5:454h05
    Sandwich
    9:50London
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    18:503h00
    Sandwich
    21:50London
    £251One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train for Sandwich to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sandwich to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 105 km

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Driving

£17

Average Price

Cheapest

£43

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 59m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Southeastern

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Sandwich to London is a train with an average price of £17.
The fastest way to travel from Sandwich to London is by train with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 36m.

Yes, you can take a train between Sandwich and London.

Live departures

Sandwich to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Sandwich to London coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express14:30 Sandwich
3h50
18:20 London0 changesdirect
National Express17:50 Sandwich
3h00
20:50 London0 changesdirect
Friday 18 September
National Express5:45 Sandwich
4h05
9:50 London0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sandwich to London

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Take a bus from Sandwich to London and enjoy the approximately 105 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £14
Distance
105 km
Average bus duration
3h 36m
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
8
First bus
4:45
Last bus
23:45
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
21 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £14

Bus providers: National Express from Sandwich to LondonYou can travel by bus between Sandwich to London with National Express for as low as £14. 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 National Express Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest National Express Price
£8
National Express frequency
8 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.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

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Pound sterling (£)

Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.

FAQs: Sandwich to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sandwich 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
The earliest coach from Sandwich to London leaves at 4:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Sandwich to London leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Sandwich to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Sandwich to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Sandwich and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Sandwich , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Ramsgate, Harbour Parade, Ramsgate, Dumpton Park . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Baker Street Station, London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station), London, York Road (London Eye).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Ramsgate, Harbour Parade, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Sandwich to London is March.
Yes, you can take a train between Sandwich and London.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Sandwich to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Sandwich to London for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Sandwich 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 Sandwich to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Sandwich 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 Sandwich to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Sandwich to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Sandwich to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Sandwich to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Sandwich to London with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Sandwich and London

Most Sandwich to London buses use the Ramsgate, Dumpton Park to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Baker Street Station. Use this guide to compare Sandwich and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Sandwich
Arrival bus stations in London

Which London station do buses from Sandwich arrive at?

Buses from Sandwich to London most often arrive at London, Victoria Coach Station. Some services arrive at London, Baker Street Station, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your London arrival station.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre

London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min

London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services

London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

London, Baker Street StationLondon Baker Street Station, London NW1 5AL, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Baker Street Station from London city centre

London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

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London, Baker Street Station bus station facilities and services

London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.

London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station) from London city centre

TrainElizabeth · 7m · £2 · every ~21 min
BusN118, N18 · 22m · £4 · every ~6 min
36 · 27m · £21 · every ~29 min
N205 · 32m · £4 · every ~2 min
46 · 1h 19m · £2 · every ~19 min
SubwayBakerloo · 12m · £4 · every ~65 min

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