The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Ashton-under-Lyne
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
258 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Ashton-under-Lyne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from London to Ashton-under-Lyne without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Ashton-under-Lyne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Ashton-under-Lyne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 160 miles (258 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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$12 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price | $73 Average price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Ashton-under-Lyne bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ashton-under-Lyne buses for today, Wednesday, March 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 PM London | 8h00 | 5:30 AM Ashton-under-Lyne | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:30 PM London | 7h23 | 6:53 AM Ashton-under-Lyne | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, March 26 | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM London | 6h16 | 8:16 AM Ashton-under-Lyne | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:30 AM London | 5h31 | 1:01 PM Ashton-under-Lyne | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:30 AM London | 5h33 | 2:03 PM Ashton-under-Lyne | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:30 AM London | 6h17 | 3:47 PM Ashton-under-Lyne | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:00 AM London | 5h46 | 4:46 PM Ashton-under-Lyne | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Ashton-under-Lyne by bus, train, or flight
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Why should you book London to Ashton-under-Lyne buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Ashton-under-Lyne.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Ashton-under-Lyne.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Ashton-under-Lyne.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Ashton-under-Lyne.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Ashton-under-Lyne
Buses from London to Ashton-under-Lyne run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 6 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 4h 50m.
Distance 160 miles (258 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from London to Ashton-under-LyneYou can travel by bus between London to Ashton-under-Lyne with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Ashton-under-Lyne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ashton-under-Lyne 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 Ashton-under-Lyne, 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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 Ashton-under-Lyne
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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