The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to London
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Buses per day
32
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 €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 32 buses that leave Bournemouth for London on Sun, Feb 01, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 01 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Sun, Feb 01 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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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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 prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 151 km
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3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bournemouth to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to London buses for today, Saturday, January 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:55 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 12:55 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h30 | 1:25 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h35 | 7:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h05 | 7:15 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 1h55 | 8:20 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h20 | 8:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NX035 | 1:50 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 4:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h40 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 5:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 6:10 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h40 | 8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 9:25 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h30 | 9:55 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 6:50 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 7:35 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h45 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 8:10 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h10 | 11:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h20 | 10:45 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h50 | 11:15 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX035 | 8:50 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to London
Buses from Bournemouth to London run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 151 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 151 km |
Average bus duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Bournemouth to LondonYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus 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
- 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
- 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
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