4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bath to London
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bath to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to London will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 23 buses that leave Bath for London every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 155 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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 and coach for Bath to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 155 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bath to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to London coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX403 | Delayed 14:15 07:50Bath, Bus Station | 3h30 | 11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX403 | Delayed 14:15 09:35Bath, Bus Station | 3h15 | 12:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX403 | Delayed 14:15 11:15Bath, Bus Station | 3h35 | 14:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 Bath, Bus Station | 3h00 | 14:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 Bath, Bus Station | 3h30 | 15:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLX39 · NX040 | On time 13:05 Bath, Bus Station | 4h30 | 17:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX403 | On time 14:15 Bath, Bus Station | 3h35 | 17:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLX39 · NX040 | On time 14:26 Bath, Bus Station | 4h39 | 19:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:30 Bath, Bus Station | 3h30 | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:30 Bath, Bus Station | 3h00 | 18:30 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLX39 · NX040 | On time 16:05 Bath, Bus Station | 4h45 | 20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX403 | On time 18:15 Bath, Bus Station | 3h05 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX403 | On time 20:15 Bath, Bus Station | 2h45 | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:45 Bath, Bus Station | 2h50 | 00:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:45 Bath, Bus Station | 2h30 | 00:15 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLX39 · NX040 | 05:51 Bath, Bus Station | 4h24 | 10:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| BLX39 · NX040 | 06:12 Bath, Bus Station | 4h33 | 10:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 06:40 Bath, Bus Station | 2h55 | 09:35 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:40 Bath, Bus Station | 3h25 | 10:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLX39 · NX040 | 09:53 Bath, Bus Station | 4h27 | 14:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bath to London
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Buses from Bath to London run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 155 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 155 km |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Bath to LondonYou can travel by bus between Bath to London with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Bath to London
During the week the earliest National Express bus from Bath to London depart at 3.25 a.m. and arrive at 6.20 a.m. Peak times are 9.30 a.m., lunchtime and 5.30 p.m. At the weekend, the first service leaves for Bath at 7.30 a.m and the last at 11 p.m. Buses also run hourly on Saturdays and Sundays.
Which bus companies run the service from Bath to London?
National Express is the main bus provider that runs from Bath to London, with Megabus also providing some routes.
How long is the journey from Bath to London by bus?
The bus from Bath to London takes just less than 1.5 hours. This may vary depending on the date and time of departure, if travelling on the weekend there may be changes or a longer route. During the week most services are direct.
Where do buses depart from and arrive to?
The main bus station in Bath is where all travellers to London will depart from. The station is located centrally in Dorchester Street and can be reached by Bath's many city and country bus routes. There are a number of night buses in Bath, these are run by the Bath Bus Company. They go to and from Bristol Airport with a number of stops in between.
Travellers arrive from Bath at Victoria Bus Station, which is in central London. The station is well served by taxi ranks, buses and tubes to other locations around the city. To travel from Victoria to Piccadilly Circus it takes around 15 minutes by tube or 20-30 minutes by bus, depending on traffic. Buses run 24 hours a day in London, with twelve separate routes serving Victoria Station.
FAQs: Bath to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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.
When departing from Bath, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bath, Bus Station and Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. When arriving in London, you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bath, Bus Station, which is located around 0 miles (37 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bath to London, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bath and London
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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