Witham to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Witham to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£4

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£4

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 5 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 5 m

Buses on 18 Sept

1

Distance

62 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Witham to London will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.

Fast coaches

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from Witham to London, including 1 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 62 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:551h05
    Chelmsford, Station (Stand VA)
    10:00London, Stratford City Bus Station
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Witham to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Witham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, while a coach costs an average of £36.

Distance: 62 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Driving

£36

Average Price

£22

Average Price

Cheapest

£24

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 3m

Average total duration

2h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

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Most popular bus company

Greater Anglia

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

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

The cheapest way to travel from Witham to London is a train with an average price of £22.

This is compared to other travel options from Witham to London:

A train is £15 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Witham to London costing on average £36.

The fastest way to travel from Witham to London is by train with an average journey time of 47m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Witham and London including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £24 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-11.97. The journey takes 2h 33m versus 1h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Witham to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Witham to London coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express3:17 Witham
3h33
6:50 London0 changesdirect
National Express12:25 Witham
3h25
15:50 London0 changesdirect
National Express13:25 Witham
3h25
16:50 London0 changesdirect
National Express21:50 Witham
2h50
0:40 London0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all coaches services from Witham to London.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Witham to London

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Buses from Witham to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 62 km distance in 1h 5m.

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
62 km
Average bus duration
2h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
1h 5m
First bus
0:15
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
7 days
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

Bus providers: National Express from Witham to LondonYou can travel by bus between Witham to London with National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest National Express Price
£29
National Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

What's included in each class

Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

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Pound sterling (£)

Very costly by European standards; hotels, dining and transport are notably pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£80+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add a 12.5% service charge; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafés: no obligation, small change optional.

FAQs: Witham to London coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Witham 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 Witham to London can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Witham to London is £36; 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 Witham to London is 1h 5m to travel the 62 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Witham to London leaves at 0:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Witham to London leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Witham to London with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Witham to London, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Witham and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Witham , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Marks Tey, A120, Chelmsford, Station (Stand VA) . When arriving in London , you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Stratford City Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Marks Tey, A120, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A day trip to London from Witham is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Witham to London is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Witham and London including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Witham to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Witham to London for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Witham to London depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Witham to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Witham to London:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Witham to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Witham to London.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Witham to London with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Witham to London with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Witham to London with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Witham and London

Most Witham to London buses use the Marks Tey, A120 to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Witham and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Witham
Arrival bus stations in London

Which London station do buses from Witham arrive at?

Buses from Witham to London most often arrive at London, Victoria Coach Station. Some services arrive at London, Stratford City Bus Station, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your London arrival station.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre

London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · £10 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · £2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · £2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · £2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · £2 · every ~26 min

London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services

London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.

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