London to Grimsby bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Grimsby

Showing times and prices for Feb 09

Cheapest price

€28

Average price

€28

Fastest journey

7 h 15 m

Average duration

7 h 15 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

229 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Grimsby is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Grimsby will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from London to Grimsby without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX440 · NX151
12:30PM7h15
London, Victoria Coach Station
07:45PMGrimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel)
281One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for London to Grimsby

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Grimsby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €23.

Distance: 229 km

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Train

€28

Average price

Cheapest

€51

Average price

6h 26m

Average total duration

5h 56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

London to Grimsby bus times

The table below shows live departures for London to Grimsby buses for tomorrow, Monday, February 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 3:09 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX440 · NX15112:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station
7h15
7:45 PM Grimsby, Bethlehem Street (Yarborough Hotel)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Grimsby

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Buses from London to Grimsby run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:19. The fastest bus covers the 229 km distance in 6h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
229 km
Average bus duration
5h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
€18
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
6h 20m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
22:19
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from London to GrimsbyYou can travel by bus between London to Grimsby with National Express for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 20m
Cheapest Price
€19
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bus from London to Grimsby

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Grimsby 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 Grimsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Grimsby can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Grimsby is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Grimsby is 6h 20m to travel the 229 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London to Grimsby leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London to Grimsby leaves at 10:19 PM.
There are 1 coaches a day from London to Grimsby which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London to Grimsby, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Grimsby. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London and Grimsby and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Grimsby from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to Grimsby is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Grimsby including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London to Grimsby:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London to Grimsby for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London to Grimsby depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Grimsby.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London to Grimsby:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London to Grimsby:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Grimsby.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London to Grimsby with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London to Grimsby with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London to Grimsby with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from London to Grimsby

London
Grimsby
London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Buckingham Palace Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Victoria Coach Station
  • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
information
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
carConnection
Car connection
Bath Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Pret a Manger (in the station)
  • Caffè Nero (in the station)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
  • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly

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