4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from South Shields to London
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 10 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 £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
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 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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 £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 £16, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 398 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £146 Average Price | £72 Average Price |
7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m 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 tomorrow, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
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Buses from South Shields to London run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 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 6h 10m.
Distance 398 km |
Average bus duration 6h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
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 £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
National Express
Megabus
Go North East
Stagecoach North East
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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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.
- Megabus
- 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).
- 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).
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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 South Shields and London
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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