The cheapest and fastest coaches from St Albans to London
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from St Albans to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Albans to London will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 buses that leave St Albans for London every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 30 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.


Live departures
St Albans to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for St Albans to London coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:40 St Albans | 3h40 | 09:20 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St Albans to London
Take a bus from St Albans to London and enjoy the approximately 30 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57.
Distance 30 km |
Average bus duration 2h 20m |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express from St Albans to LondonYou can travel by bus between St Albans to London with National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from St Albans to London: Journey Details
Buses from St Albans to London leave frequently throughout the day. The earliest bus departs from St Albans around half past 4 in the morning and the latest leaves at not long before 8 in the evening. Early morning buses run every 45 minutes. During the day, they run approximately every 65 minutes. Note that buses operate less frequently on Sundays. Buses from St Albans to London are operated by National Express. There is one change involved along the route, which is at Heathrow Airport in London. This involves a wait of around 30 minutes before boarding the bus to the final destination. An alternative and potentially quicker route would involve taking Hertfordshire Bus Route 84 from St Albans to High Barnet in London and then travelling down on the Northern Line on the tube. Trains from St Albans to London are also a quicker option.
There are also return trips available for buses from London to St Albans.
Taking the Bus from St Albans
Buses from St Albans to London operate from St Albans City Station, which is in the heart of the city. Travellers board the Excel bus (a third party coach provider), which serves the St Albans to London Heathrow Airport leg of the journey. The St Albans City Station is situated on London Road. Within walking distance are St Albans City and St Albans Abbey train stations. For those travelling to the coach station by bus, the S4 Unobus operates services along London Road.
Getting into London by Bus
London, the capital city of the United Kingdom, is a historical and cultural hub. With iconic places of interest, such as St Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben, and the Tower of London, there is plenty for visitors to see here. In addition, the city boasts museums, art galleries, a diverse range of eateries, and a vibrant nightlife.
Buses from St Albans to London arrive at London Victoria Coach Station. The station is situated at 164 Buckingham Palace Road, Westminster. It is served by London buses, including numbers 22, 211, 239, C1 and N11. The London Underground is a 300-metre walk from the coach station, where travellers can board trains on the Victoria line, District line and Circle line. London Victoria Rail Station is also a 300-metre walk from the coach station. There is a taxi rank situation outside the station at Eccleston Place and a car park at Semley Place.
FAQs: St Albans to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from St. Albans, St Peter's Street (Stop 5), which is located around 0.4 miles (655 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, located 14.3 miles (23.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in St Albans and London
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
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