- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Oct 01
$11
Average ticket price on Oct 01
$14
Fastest journey on Oct 01
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 01
5 h 50 m
Buses on Oct 01
3
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to London will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
On Thu, Oct 01, we found 3 buses from Ashton-under-Lyne to London, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 01 the direct buses cover the 258 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Thu, Oct 01 the slowest buses will take 6 h 56 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.






| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 02:08AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 6h02 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 02:31AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 7h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 5h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:51AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 5h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 09:36AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:54AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h56 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 10:16AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 10:56AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 5h39 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 11:56AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 12:46PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 5h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 03:06PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 04:06PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 05:06PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h04 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:29PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 5h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 11:33PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 8h52 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Ashton-under-Lyne to London buses for tomorrow, Thursday, October 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 AM Ashton-under-Lyne | 6h05 | 2:35 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:54 AM Ashton-under-Lyne | 6h56 | 4:50 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:05 PM Ashton-under-Lyne | 4h30 | 5:35 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ashton-under-Lyne to London run on average 49 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 47 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 160 miles (258 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 160 miles (258 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 49 |
Direct buses 47 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Oxford Circus, London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashton-under-Lyne 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.

Most Ashton-under-Lyne to London buses use the Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Ashton-under-Lyne and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) is 7 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre). ATMs are available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).
Ticket office support is available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).
Available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre): Limited accessibility available.
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