The cheapest and fastest coaches from Swadlincote to London
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Swadlincote to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swadlincote to London will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Swadlincote for London every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Swadlincote to London
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swadlincote to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 171 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Swadlincote to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swadlincote to London coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:00 Swadlincote | 3h40 | 08:40 London | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:40 Swadlincote | 3h05 | 21:45 London | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swadlincote to London
Buses from Swadlincote to London run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 171 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 171 km |
Average bus duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Swadlincote to LondonYou can travel by bus between Swadlincote to London with Megabus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swadlincote to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swadlincote 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 Swadlincote 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
- 06:00-23:00
- 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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