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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Waterloo to London
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£115
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 27 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
328 km
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 £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £82.
Of the 6 buses that leave Waterloo 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 328 km distance in an average of 11 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 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.
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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 £84.
Distance: 328 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price Cheapest | £168 Average Price | £92 Average Price |
11h 43m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:05 Waterloo | 14h20 | 07:25 London | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:05 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 9h40 | 08:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:30 Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 13h45 | 20:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 08:30 Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 9h50 | 18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 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.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 328 km distance in 6h 30m.
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 |
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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Waterloo 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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