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Journey information
Overview: Bus from St Albans to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from St Albans to London and enjoy the approximately 30 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €7
Distance 30 km |
Average bus duration 2h 20m |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:57 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €7
Bus providers: National Express from St Albans to LondonYou can travel by bus between St Albans to London with National Express for as low as €7. 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
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
€25
National Express frequency
8 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 St Albans to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St Albans 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.
Cheap coach tickets from St Albans to London can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for St Albans to London is €29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from St Albans to London is on average 1 h 25 min for the 30 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from St Albans to London by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from St Albans to London leaves at 00: 39. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from St Albans to London leaves at 21: 35.
There are 17 coaches a day from St Albans to London which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from St Albans to London you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from St Albans to London on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from St. Albans, St Peter's Street (Stop 5), which is located around 0.4 miles (655 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, located 14.3 miles (23.1 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to London from St Albans is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from St Albans to London is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London from St Albans including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from St Albans to London has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from St Albans to London.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from St Albans to London.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from St Albans to London.
No, luggage for the coach from St Albans to London needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from St Albans to London.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from St Albans to London.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from St Albans to London.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from St Albans to London.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from St Albans to London
St Albans
London
London, Victoria Coach Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
Buckingham Palace RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
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, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
3 kmCar connection
BishopsgateWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
London, Shoreditch
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