Find buses to London

Travelling by bus from London is a convenient way to get around the UK and the EU. While there are several airports situated in the capital, they are relatively far from the city centre. London bus prices are often cheaper than the cost of a plane fare plus transportation to the airport. Bus tickets are also usually less expensive than train tickets, particularly if you can book them in advance. You can find cheap London bus tickets to many towns and cities around the UK, such as Bristol and Glasgow. There are also a number of international bus routes departing from London. Travel directly to destinations in countries like France, the Netherlands and Germany. London buses are also practical if you are travelling with heavy baggage. Most services offer a generous luggage allowance included with your London bus tickets.

The majority of regional and international London buses depart from Victoria Coach Station, which is located in the City of Westminster district. The London bus station is situated right in the heart of the city’s west end, and it easy to get to by public transport. The duration of your journey will depend on where your point of origin is in the city. The bus station is around 10min by foot from Victoria railway station and underground. Trains from Victoria connect South London, Gatwick Airport and the southeast, while the underground station connects to the Victoria line heading north or south, as well as the Circle and District lines, which get to the city centre in around 10 minutes. You can also take local buses to Victoria Coach Station. Many routes pass this central location, such as the 211 to Hammersmith in West London and the 38 to Clapton in East London.

Before you book London bus tickets, you should check the baggage allowance offered by your travel provider as this may vary. Most long-distance London buses and coaches are operated by National Express and Megabus. Passengers travelling with National Express can take one item of hand luggage as well as two medium cases with a maximum weight of 44lb (20 kg) each, or one large case with a maximum weight of 44lb (20 kg). Megabus operates a similar luggage policy, allowing passengers to bring one piece of hand luggage and either one larger suitcase or two smaller ones up to a total weight of 44lb (20 kg). Remember to check baggage dimensions and restrictions before you travel on London buses or you may be charged extra.

Once you have found cheap bus tickets from London, you should ensure you have all the documentation you need to travel. This will depend on whether you are travelling within the UK or taking an international service. Passengers travelling to other Europeans destinations should have a passport ready to present before boarding. Check visa restrictions for your destination to ensure you prepare necessary travel documents in advance. If you are travelling within the UK, you just need to present your ticket when boarding. You can either download your ticket and show a digital copy on your smartphone, or print at home if buying before you travel. Travellers can also buy London bus tickets at ticket desks or automated machines at Victoria Coach Station. Bear in mind that bus tickets from London tend to be more expensive on the day of travel, so try to take advantage of the best deals and book cheap London buses in advance.

Victoria Coach Station is housed in a small building with few amenities but ample seated waiting space. There are some cafés and coffee stalls where you can purchase refreshments as you wait for your bus. Toilet and baby changing facilities are free to use. There is a left luggage office open from around 8:30 until around 22:00 where you can store baggage at a cost per item. For travellers going to the EU, there is a bureau de change in the main departures area where you can exchange money. You can also find a number of cash points and pay phones.

The average price you’ll pay to travel by coach to London will be determined by where you’re coming from. If you’re leaving from Paris the lowest ticket price is usually about £60, from Brussels it’s about £44 and from Glasgow it’s around £26.

London Fernbrook Crescent (stop Y) is a transportation hub in London. You’ll find buses arriving and departing from here daily. Major cities accessible by London Fernbrook Crescent (stop Y) are Paris, Brussels, and Glasgow.

Travellers going to London usually compare options from FlixBus, Megabus, and National Express on our website, as they tend to be very common options. You can use our search form to find great options to London.

You can catch a one-way bus to London for £4 on average this week. The price of a coach to London remains generally consistent for the next 3 months. Search availability for a coach to London from your area and be on your way in no time.