Shipley to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Shipley to London

Showing times and prices for 15 Dec

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

3 h 45 m

Average duration

5 h 18 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

281 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Shipley to London will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

Of the 4 buses that leave Shipley for London every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 41 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.

Megabus
14:403h45
Shipley
18:25London
£101One-way
0 changes
National Express
05:096h41
Shipley
11:50London
£171One-way
0 changes
Megabus
02:304h15
Shipley
06:45London
£181One-way
0 changes
National Express
04:486h32
Shipley
11:20London
£271One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Shipley to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shipley to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £131.

Distance: 281 km

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Flight

£21

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Cheapest

£61

Average Price

£179

Average Price

5h 33m

Average total duration

5h 3m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 35m

Average total duration

3h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 6m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Shipley to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Shipley to London coaches for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:59
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
megb02:30 Shipley
4h15
06:45 London0 changesdirect
national_express04:48 Shipley
6h32
11:20 London0 changesdirect
national_express05:09 Shipley
6h41
11:50 London0 changesdirect
megb14:40 Shipley
3h45
18:25 London0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Shipley to London

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Buses from Shipley to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 281 km distance in 3h 45m.

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
281 km
Average bus duration
5h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
3h 45m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:50
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, Megabus from Shipley to LondonYou can travel by bus between Shipley to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as £16. 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
5h 50m
Cheapest Price
£17
National Express frequency
11 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
£10
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Shipley to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shipley 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 Shipley to London can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Shipley to London is £22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Shipley to London coach travel time is 3 h 45 min   for the 174 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Shipley to London leaves at 00: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Shipley to London leaves at 23: 50.
There are 9 coaches a day from Shipley to London which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Shipley 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 from Shipley to London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London from Shipley is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Shipley to London is February.
You have options as you can travel from Shipley to London 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Shipley to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Shipley to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Shipley to London.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Shipley to London.
    No, luggage for the coach from Shipley to London needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Shipley to London.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Shipley to London.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Shipley to London.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Shipley to London.

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