The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Wales
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€14
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 30 m
Buses on Sep 18
15
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Wales is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Wales will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 15 buses from London to Wales, including 15 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 3 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.
FlixBus8:30 AM4h25London, Victoria Coach Station12:55 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:05 AM3h50London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)12:55 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:00 AM3h25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)11:25 AMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 AM3h55London, Victoria Coach Station11:25 AMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:35 AM3h40London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1:15 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:00 AM3h25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)11:25 AMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:40 AM3h25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)3:05 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange€351One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:00 PM3h25London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)2:25 AMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange€201One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:45 PM3h35London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)9:20 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange€211One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:35 AM3h40London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1:15 PMSheffield, Meadowhall Interchange€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Wales
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Wales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, while a flight costs an average of €117.
Distance: 218 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price | €117 Average price | €59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Wales:
A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Wales costing on average €48.
A bus is €107 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Wales costing on average €117.
Other travel options to Wales take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 1m.
Bus takes on average 3h 43m.
Live departures
London to Wales bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Wales buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h25 | 12:55 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h15 | 1:15 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h50 | 12:55 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h40 | 1:15 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h05 | 3:05 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h25 | 3:05 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 9:20 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h35 | 9:20 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h15 | 2:15 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h45 | 2:15 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 2:25 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h25 | 2:25 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h01 | 5:00 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
FlixBus | 7:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h55 | 11:25 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h25 | 11:25 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book London to Wales buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London to Wales.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Wales.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or Megabus to find the best option for your trip from London to Wales.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Wales.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Wales
Buses from London to Wales run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 30 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 218 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 30 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus from London to WalesYou can travel by bus between London to Wales with FlixBus, National Express, Megabus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Wales
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Wales 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 Wales, 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 London to Wales
Most London to Wales buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Wales bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Wales leave from?
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, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
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.
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