4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to London
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to London will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 12 buses that leave York for London every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 5 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 24 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 train, coach and flight for York to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. 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 £17, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 280 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price | £183 Average Price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to London coaches for today, Tuesday 17 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX561 | 11:25 York, Station Rd | 5h55 | 17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| YC840 · NX561 | On time 11:51 York, Station Rd | 6h29 | 18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC840 · NX561 | On time 16:56 York, Station Rd | 6h24 | 23:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 18 February | |||||
| NX436 | 01:45 York, Station Rd | 5h05 | 06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| YC843 · NX561 | 05:58 York, Station Rd | 6h52 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX426 | 06:59 York, Station Rd | 6h31 | 13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX561 | On time 08:50 York, Station Rd | 6h00 | 14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| YC840 · NX426 | 09:38 York, Station Rd | 6h42 | 16:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX561 | On time 11:25 York, Station Rd | 5h55 | 17:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from York to London run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:33. The fastest coach covers the 280 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 280 km |
Average bus duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:33 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from York to LondonYou can travel by bus between York to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from York to London: Journey Details
Travelling from the northern area of York down to the British capital is a route that is exclusively serviced by National Express. Trips start as early as 6:00 a.m. and finish as late as 8:00 p.m, depending on date of travel. A single night bus runs at 12:50 a.m. Buses from York to London that leave early (including the night coach) all have a travel time of less than 6 hours. Those that leave during the middle of the day often take longer than 6 hours to get into the capital. All services drive directly into London Victoria Coach Station with no need to transfer.
Taking the Bus from York
The National Express service that travels from York into London departs from York Train Station which is situated on Station Road, a little less than half a mile from York Minster, Visit York Information Centre and York Central Library. York is a busy rail station that offers healthy transport links to and from many areas in the UK, and getting here from any part of the country via rail is simple in most cases.
Getting into London by Bus
London is a beautiful, bustling city that moves a thousand miles a minute. Many buses arriving in the capital of the UK will usually drop passengers off at London Victoria Coach Station, where transport links to other areas of the city are plentiful and frequent. Both the London Underground Tube and Victoria Train Station are located just around the corner from the coach station, about a five to ten minute walk away. High quantities of taxi cabs also roam the area for those who prefer private transport.
FAQs: York to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in York 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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