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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leigh to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a flight costs an average of £282.
Distance: 274 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price | £282 Average Price | £53 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leigh to London:
A coach is £90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leigh to London costing on average £106.
A coach is £266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leigh to London costing on average £282.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 51m.
Coach takes on average 5h 15m.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £37. The journey takes 4h 45m versus 3h 59m 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.
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The most popular day trips by bus from London are Oxford, Brighton, Cambridge, Bath and Canterbury. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from London on Omio.
Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.
Brighton is a lively seaside city known for its pebble beach, Victorian pier and the Royal Pavilion. Its bohemian lanes, independent shops and strong arts scene give it a relaxed but energetic character.
Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Canterbury is best known for its cathedral, medieval streets and long role in English religious history. Its compact centre mixes historic buildings with a lively student atmosphere, independent shops and riverside walks.
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This is compared to other travel options from Leigh to London:
A coach is £90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leigh to London costing on average £106.
A coach is £266 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leigh to London costing on average £282.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 51m.
Coach takes on average 5h 15m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leigh and London as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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