Waterloo to London bus

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Waterloo to London

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£36

Average price

£52

Fastest journey

9 h 30 m

Average duration

11 h 41 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

328 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Waterloo to London will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £36.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Waterloo for London every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 328 km distance in an average of 11 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 14 h 15 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.

FlixBus
08:259h35
Waterloo
18:00London
£361One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
21:009h30
Waterloo
06:30London
£411One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
17:1511h20
Waterloo
04:35London
£571One-way
0 changes
BlaBlaCar Bus
15:5514h15
Waterloo
06:10London
£571One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
05:4013h45
Waterloo
19:25London
£671One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Waterloo to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waterloo to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. 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 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £85.

Distance: 328 km

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Flight

£52

Average Price

Cheapest

£170

Average Price

£93

Average Price

11h 43m

Average total duration

11h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 43m

Average total duration

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 15m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Waterloo to London bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:09
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
studentagencyconnect_regio_jet(Prague -> London)05:00 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
6h30
11:30 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Waterloo to London

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Buses from Waterloo to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
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
328 km
Average bus duration
11h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
6h 30m
First bus
01:20
Last bus
23:35
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

FAQs: Waterloo to London coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Waterloo to London with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Waterloo to London.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Waterloo to London can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Waterloo to London is £52; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Waterloo to London is 6 h 30 min   to travel the 203 mile long route, with around there are 4 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Waterloo to London leaves at 00: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Waterloo to London leaves at 23: 35.
There are 4 coaches a day from Waterloo to London which require at least one change with BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Waterloo to London, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Waterloo to London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Waterloo to London is October.
You have options as you can travel from Waterloo to London 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.
No, the coach from Waterloo to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Waterloo to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Waterloo to London.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Waterloo to London, follow these tips:

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  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Waterloo to London.
    No, luggage for the coach from Waterloo to London needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Waterloo to London.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Waterloo to London.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Waterloo to London.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Waterloo to London.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Waterloo and London

    Waterloo
    London
    London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Buckingham Palace Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
    • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
    London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
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