The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to London
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€9
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 15
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
2 h 14 m
Buses on Sep 15
57
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bournemouth to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to London will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 57 buses from Bournemouth to London, including 54 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
FlixBus3:45 PM4h00Bournemouth, Coach Station7:45 PMLondon, Victoria Green Line Coach Station€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:25 PM2h30Bournemouth, Coach Station8:55 PMLondon, Victoria Green Line Coach Station€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:55 PM2h45Bournemouth, Coach Station3:40 PMLondon, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:25 PM1h55Bournemouth, Coach Station8:20 PMLondon, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:45 PM3h25Bournemouth, Coach Station7:10 PMLondon, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:25 PM1h55Bournemouth, Coach Station8:20 PMLondon, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)€91One-way0 transfers
NX0357:15 PM2h05Bournemouth, Coach Station9:20 PMLondon, Hammersmith Bridge Road€261One-way0 transfers
NX0354:40 AM2h20Bournemouth, Coach Station7:00 AMLondon, Earl's Court€261One-way0 transfers
NX03510:30 AM2h20Bournemouth, Coach Station12:50 PMLondon, Hammersmith Bridge Road€261One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:25 PM2h30Bournemouth, Coach Station8:55 PMLondon, Victoria Green Line Coach Station€91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bournemouth to London
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. 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 bus costs an average of €11, while a train costs an average of €44.
Distance: 151 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price | €67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to London:
A bus is €33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to London costing on average €44.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
Live departures
Bournemouth to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to London buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX035 | 8:50 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 8:50 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 11:25 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 9:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h10 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 9:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h45 | 12:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h50 | 1:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h15 | 1:10 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 10:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 1:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 10:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h30 | 12:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h10 | 2:40 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 2:05 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 2:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h55 | 2:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 · NX032 | 11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h15 | 2:45 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
NX035 | 12:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h50 | 3:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 12:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h25 | 2:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 4:15 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h45 | 3:40 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 1:00 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 1:00 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h55 | 3:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 1:40 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h10 | 4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 1:40 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 4:15 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 5:15 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h55 | 5:50 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 2:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 5:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 2:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h55 | 5:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 3:20 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 3:20 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 5:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h00 | 7:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h25 | 7:10 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 4:20 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h30 | 7:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 4:20 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h05 | 7:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 5:20 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 8:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 5:20 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 7:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 6:15 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h05 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 6:15 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h40 | 8:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h30 | 8:55 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1h55 | 8:20 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 7:15 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 9:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 7:15 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h05 | 9:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 8:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 8:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h30 | 11:00 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
NX035 | 1:50 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 1:50 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h45 | 4:35 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h05 | 6:25 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h45 | 6:05 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h40 | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 4:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h20 | 7:00 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 4:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h40 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 8:40 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h55 | 9:15 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 5:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h50 | 8:20 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 5:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 6:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h10 | 9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 6:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h40 | 9:20 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 7:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:25 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 7:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h25 | 10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 · NX032 | 7:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h50 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
NX160 · NX032 | 7:45 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h50 | 12:35 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h40 | 11:05 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h15 | 11:40 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to London
Buses from Bournemouth to London run on average 35 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 151 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 151 km |
Average bus duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 35 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Bournemouth to LondonYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Bournemouth to London
Bus travel offers a convenient and economical option for travelers heading to the capital from the Dorset resort on the south coast. There are regular daily direct buses to London Victoria Coach Station from Bournemouth seven days a week, with journey times that average around two hours and 45 minutes. The timetables include overnight connections and departures from very early morning to mid-evening, with an increased frequency at weekends for leisure travelers.
Which bus companies travel from Bournemouth to London?
The UK national bus operator National Express provides all the direct bus services from Bournemouth Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station. The frequency of the direct service means it is unnecessary to use any indirect connections. on this route.
How long is the bus from Bournemouth to London?
The fastest journey times on the 107-mile trip north-east from the south coast to central London are National Express mid-evening departures which take two hours and 20 minutes to reach the capital. Other journeys take from two hours and 30 minutes to three hours and 20 minutes depending on traffic conditions and the time of departure.
How many buses are there from Bournemouth to London?
There are 19 direct buses from Bournemouth to London on weekdays, including overnight connections and departures to London roughly every hour from early morning until mid-evening. Frequency increases slightly at weekends, with 23 departures from the coast available for shoppers and sightseers heading to the capital on Saturdays and Sundays.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Bournemouth to London?
Departure bus station: Passengers join the bus service at Bournemouth Coach Station. Situated north-west of the town center, opposite the rail station, Bournemouth Coach Station is reached by frequent local buses stopping outside the concourse and nearby on Holdenhurst Road. The station has a coffee shop, news vendor, snack bar and WiFi service, with additional facilities available at the rail station.
Arrival bus station: All passengers will alight at London Victoria Coach Station. Victoria Coach Station is located on the south-western side of central London, with public transport connections available from city buses stopping on Buckingham Palace Road and Underground trains on three lines from the nearby Tube station. Facilities at the station include coffee shops, food stores and taxi stands.
FAQs: Bus from Bournemouth to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to London by bus. 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 bus, 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
Popular bus stations from Bournemouth to London
Most Bournemouth to London buses use the Bournemouth, Coach Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bournemouth, Coach Station from Bournemouth city centre
Which London station do buses from Bournemouth arrive at?
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:
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.
Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre
Getting to London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) from London city centre
London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) is 7 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) bus station facilities and services
London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre). ATMs are available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre): Limited accessibility available.
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