4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Gloucester to London
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Buses per day
37
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gloucester to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to London will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 37 buses that leave Gloucester for London on Fri, Jun 19, 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 151 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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.
FlixBus9:20 PM3h15Gloucester, Transport Hub12:35 AMLondon, Victoria Green Line Coach Station€81One-way0 transfers- FlixBus9:20 PM2h55Gloucester, Transport Hub12:15 AMLondon, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)€81One-way0 transfers
NX4014:10 AM4h10Gloucester, Transport Hub8:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€181One-way0 transfers- NX4442:20 AM3h30Gloucester, Transport Hub5:50 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€181One-way0 transfers
- NX4442:50 PM4h00Gloucester, Transport Hub6:50 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station€181One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:20 PM2h55Gloucester, Transport Hub12:15 AMLondon, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)€81One-way0 transfers
- NX4447:00 PM3h00Gloucester, Transport Hub10:00 PMLondon, Earl's Court€181One-way0 transfers
- NX4445:25 PM3h05Gloucester, Transport Hub8:30 PMLondon, Earl's Court€181One-way0 transfers
- NX4448:15 AM3h10Gloucester, Transport Hub11:25 AMLondon, Earl's Court€341One-way0 transfers
- NX4442:20 AM3h10Gloucester, Transport Hub5:30 AMLondon, Earl's Court€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Gloucester to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gloucester 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 2h 40m. 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 €20.
Distance: 151 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Gloucester to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to London buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX444 | Delayed 3:20 AM 2:20 AMGloucester, Transport Hub | 3h30 | 7:20 AM 7:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | 4:10 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h10 | 8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | 4:10 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h35 | 7:45 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | On time 4:20 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h00 | 8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h25 | 8:25 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:00 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h00 | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX445 | 7:15 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h35 | 10:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | On time 8:20 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h00 | 12:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 · NX032 | On time 8:20 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h15 | 12:35 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
| NX444 | 8:20 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h35 | 11:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 | 9:15 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h05 | 1:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX401 · NX032 | 9:15 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 5h30 | 2:45 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
| NX401 | 9:15 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h40 | 12:55 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX445 | 10:00 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h35 | 1:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h40 | 2:15 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:35 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h10 | 2:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | On time 11:50 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h00 | 3:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | 11:50 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h35 | 3:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX445 | 12:30 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h35 | 4:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | On time 2:05 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h15 | 6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | 2:05 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h45 | 5:50 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:10 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h30 | 6:40 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:10 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h00 | 7:10 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | On time 3:50 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 4h00 | 7:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | 3:50 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h35 | 7:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | On time 6:25 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h25 | 9:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | 6:25 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h00 | 9:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:20 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 2h55 | 12:15 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:20 PM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h15 | 12:35 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
| NX444 | 2:20 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h30 | 5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX444 | 2:20 AM Gloucester, Transport Hub | 3h10 | 5:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Gloucester to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Gloucester to London run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 151 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 151 km |
Average bus duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 2h 9m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Stagecoach West from Gloucester to LondonYou can travel by bus between Gloucester to London with National Express, FlixBus, Stagecoach West for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Gloucester to London
Travellers heading for the capital from the West Country town can choose from frequent daily direct coaches from Gloucester to London Victoria Coach Station. Schedules include very early morning services timed to arrive in the capital in time for breakfast and roughly hourly departures. These start from the early morning and run throughout the day until late night throughout the week. Journey times from Gloucester are three hours for the fastest trips but usually take about 30 minutes longer.
Which coach companies travel from Gloucester to London?
UK national coach operator National Express operates all the direct coach departures from Gloucester to London Victoria Coach Station. Services start from the main town bus terminus but some routes also include a stop at Gloucester Longlevens, a little east of the town centre.
How long is the coach from Gloucester to London?
The quickest National Express direct connections from Gloucester to London Victoria are the late morning and early afternoon departures, taking three hours to cover the 116-mile route east to the capital. Most journeys take around three hours and 30 minutes, but some routes with more stops take a little over four hours.
How many coaches are there from Gloucester to London?
There are between 25 and 30 daily departures to London Victoria Coach Station from Gloucester throughout the week, with schedules differing slightly according to the day. Timetables include an overnight connection leaving Gloucester after midnight and very early morning departures ideal for business travellers. Coaches leave Gloucester roughly every hour throughout the day until the mid evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Gloucester to London?
Departure coach station: Gloucester Bus Station is located adjacent to the train station, a short walk east of the centre of town, with local bus routes stopping close by on Station Road and Market Parade. Longlevens Bus Station is a little further out, north-east of the town centre, and is connected by local buses stopping on Cheltenham Road.
Arrival coach station: London Victoria Coach Station is located on the south-west side of central London, with bus routes from stops on Ebury Street and Buckingham Palace Road and Underground trains on three lines from the nearby Tube station. Passenger facilities include luggage storage, fast food dining options and supermarket shopping.
FAQs: Bus from Gloucester to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Gloucester to London
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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