The cheapest and fastest coaches from South Shields to London
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
398 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from South Shields to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Shields to London will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 3 buses that leave South Shields 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 398 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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 coach, train and flight for South Shields to London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from South Shields to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 398 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £163 Average Price | £90 Average Price |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
South Shields to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for South Shields to London coaches for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:45 South Shields | 7h35 | 14:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:20 South Shields | 7h45 | 19:05 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 South Shields | 6h10 | 17:40 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from South Shields to London
Buses from South Shields to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 398 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 398 km |
Average bus duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Go North East, Stagecoach North East from South Shields to LondonYou can travel by bus between South Shields to London with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Go North East, Stagecoach North East for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: South Shields to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Shields 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in South Shields and London
- 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
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