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The cheapest and fastest buses from Herne Bay to London

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

$12

Average price

$13

Fastest journey

1 h 42 m

Average duration

1 h 58 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

88 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Herne Bay to London will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Herne Bay for London on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 2 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.

National Express
03:38AM1h42
Herne Bay
05:20AMLondon
$121One-way
0 transfers
National Express
05:17AM2h03
Herne Bay
07:20AMLondon
$121One-way
0 transfers
National Express
12:10PM2h10
Herne Bay
02:20PMLondon
$141One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Herne Bay to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Herne Bay to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. 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 €8, and a train costs an average of €11.

Distance: 54 miles (88 km)

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Train

€10

Average price

Cheapest

€23

Average price

2h 19m

Average total duration

1h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 31m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Direct Options

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Herne Bay to London Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:20AM
Arrival Time
06:20AM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:28AM
Arrival Time
06:20AM
Duration
1h52
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:38AM
Arrival Time
06:20AM
Duration
1h42
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:10AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:17AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
2h03
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:27AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
1h53
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:35AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:42AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
2h08
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:52AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
1h58
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:20AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
2h00
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:50AM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:10AM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$26
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:50PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:10PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:25PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
2h25
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:35PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
2h15
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:45PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
2h05
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:20PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:40PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:50PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:10PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
2h10
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:55PM
Arrival Time
09:50PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:03PM
Arrival Time
09:50PM
Duration
1h47
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$37
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:10PM
Arrival Time
09:50PM
Duration
1h40
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$13

Live departures

Herne Bay to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Herne Bay to London buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 7:48 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX0228:10 PM Whitstable, Clapham Hill
1h40
9:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
Sunday, December 21
national_express3:38 AM Herne Bay
1h42
5:20 AM London0 transfersDirect
national_express5:17 AM Herne Bay
2h03
7:20 AM London0 transfersDirect
national_express12:10 PM Herne Bay
2h10
2:20 PM London0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Herne Bay to London

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Buses from Herne Bay to London run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.

There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 42m.

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
54 miles (88 km)
Average bus duration
1h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€8)
Buses per day
25
Direct buses
25
Fastest bus
1h 42m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:50
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, Megabus from Herne Bay to LondonYou can travel by bus between Herne Bay to London with National Express, Megabus for as low as $10 (€8). 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
1h 42m
Cheapest Price
$11 (€8)
National Express frequency
25 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bus from Herne Bay to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Herne Bay 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.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Herne Bay to London can start from as little as $11 (€9) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Herne Bay to London is $14 (€11); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Herne Bay to London bus travel time is 1 h 42 min   for the 55 mile (88 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Herne Bay to London leaves at 4: 38AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Herne Bay to London leaves at 7: 10PM.
Yes, there are 24 direct buses a day from Herne Bay to London with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Herne Bay to London, you can count on National Express or Megabus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service from Herne Bay to London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to London from Herne Bay is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 42 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Herne Bay to London by bus is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to London from Herne Bay including taking a train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Herne Bay to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Herne Bay to London for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in London are:
  • The British Museum, a world-renowned museum housing a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the globe
  • The Tower of London, a historic castle and former royal residence known for its Crown Jewels and rich history
  • Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarch and a symbol of the British monarchy
  • The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, iconic landmarks representing the political heart of the United Kingdom
  • St. Paul's Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece with a stunning dome and rich history.
The best things to do in London include:
  • The London Eye, a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank offering panoramic views of the city
  • West End Theatre District, a vibrant area known for its high-quality theatrical productions and musicals
  • Explore Camden Market, a bustling market known for its eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts
  • Take a walk through Hyde Park, one of London's largest and most famous parks offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities
  • Visit the Tate Modern, a contemporary art museum housed in a former power station on the banks of the Thames.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Herne Bay to London depends on the bus company:
  • 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.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Herne Bay to London, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
  • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Herne Bay to London.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Herne Bay to London:
    • 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 bus ticket from Herne Bay to London:
    • National Express
      • 10€ per additional bag.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Herne Bay to London.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from Herne Bay to London with the following bus company: National Express
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Herne Bay to London with the following bus company: National Express.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Herne Bay to London with the following bus company: National Express.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Herne Bay to London

    Herne Bay
    London
    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, St John's Wood
    information
    London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
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