Waterloo to London bus

Wed 04 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Waterloo to London

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

6 h 30 m

Average duration

6 h 30 m

Buses per day

1

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 £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Waterloo 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 328 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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.

Regiojet(Prague -> London)
06:006h30
Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
11:30London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
£321One-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 £32. 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 £32, and a train costs an average of £57.

Distance: 328 km

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Flight

£44

Average Price

Cheapest

£175

Average Price

£85

Average Price

10h 43m

Average total duration

10h 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Waterloo to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Waterloo to London coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 15:28
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blablacarbus15:55 Waterloo
14h15
06:10 London0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus17:15 Waterloo
11h20
04:35 London0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus21:00 Waterloo
9h30
06:30 London0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
studentagencyconnect_regio_jet(Prague -> London)05:00 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
6h30
11:30 London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Waterloo to London

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Buses from Waterloo to London run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 328 km distance in 6h 30m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £15
Distance
328 km
Average bus duration
10h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£32
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
6h 30m
First bus
01:00
Last bus
23:30
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £15

FAQs: Waterloo to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waterloo 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Waterloo to London can start from as little as £32 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Waterloo to London is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Waterloo to London leaves at 1:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Waterloo to London leaves at 23:30.
When departing from Waterloo , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Bruxelles, Gare du Nord, Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord), Brussels, Boulevard Pachéco (Congrès), Schaerbeek, Rue du Progrès (Gare du Nord), Central Station . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, London, Stratford City Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to London from Waterloo is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Waterloo to London is February.
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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
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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