4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to London
Cheapest price on Oct 30
€16
Average ticket price on Oct 30
€28
Fastest journey on Oct 30
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
2 h 17 m
Buses on Oct 30
70
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 €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 70 buses from Bournemouth to London, including 62 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 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.
NX0351:40 PM 2h35 Bournemouth, Coach Station 4:15 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus6:25 PM 2h30 Bournemouth, Coach Station 8:55 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station €18 1 One-way 0 transfers- FlixBus
6:25 PM 1h55 Bournemouth, Coach Station 8:20 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) €18 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
11:30 AM 3h10 Bournemouth, Coach Station 2:40 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station €20 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
11:30 AM 2h35 Bournemouth, Coach Station 2:05 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) €20 1 One-way 0 transfers
- FlixBus
6:25 PM 1h55 Bournemouth, Coach Station 8:20 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) €18 1 One-way 0 transfers - NX035
7:15 PM 2h05 Bournemouth, Coach Station 9:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road €27 1 One-way 0 transfers - NX035
12:30 PM 2h25 Bournemouth, Coach Station 2:55 PM London, Earl's Court €27 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
6:25 PM 2h30 Bournemouth, Coach Station 8:55 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station €18 1 One-way 0 transfers - NX035
4:30 AM 2h30 Bournemouth, Coach Station 7:00 AM London, Earl's Court €23 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to London
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Buses from Bournemouth to London run on average 44 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 43 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 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 43 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Bournemouth to London trip
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Live departures
Bournemouth to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to London buses for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 2:05 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h10 | 2:40 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 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 · NX025 | 11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h00 | 3:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 | 12:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h10 | 3:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 12:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h45 | 3:15 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h45 | 3:40 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 4:15 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 1:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 1:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h55 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h55 | 5:50 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 5:15 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 2:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h05 | 5:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 2:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 5:05 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 3:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h55 | 6:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 3:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 6:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 · NX025 | 3:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h00 | 7:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h25 | 7:10 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h00 | 7:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 4:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h55 | 7:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 4:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 7:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 5:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 8:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 5:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h55 | 8:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 · NX025 | 5:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h30 | 9:00 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
| 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 | 2h30 | 8:55 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 7:15 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h05 | 9:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 7:15 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 9:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 8:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:30 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 8:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 11:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 · NX025 | 8:30 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h20 | 12:50 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, October 30 | |||||
| NX035 | 1:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h05 | 4:35 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 1:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 · NX025 | 1:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h35 | 5:05 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
| 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 | 3h00 | 6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h40 | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h45 | 6:05 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 · NX025 | 3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 6:40 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
| NX035 | 4:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h50 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 4:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h30 | 7:00 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 5:00 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 5:00 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h50 | 7:50 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 · NX025 | 5:00 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h25 | 9:25 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h55 | 9:15 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h20 | 8:40 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 5:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h10 | 8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 5:40 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h40 | 8:20 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 6:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h30 | 9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 6:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 9:20 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 7:10 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h10 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 7:10 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 9:45 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 7:55 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h25 | 11:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 7:55 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 · NX025 | 7:55 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 4h35 | 12:30 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 | |
| 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 | 3h15 | 1:10 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:55 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h50 | 1:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 10:15 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 3h05 | 1:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX035 | 10:15 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station | 2h35 | 12:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bournemouth and London
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
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.
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, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3. 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, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 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), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 from London city centre
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 bus station facilities and services
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
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