- Must visit
The Highland Folk Museum
Museum and archive devoted to the 1715 and 1745 Jacobite risings, with weapons, documents, and interpretation in nearby Newtonmore.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Aviemore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Aviemore will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 5 buses from London to Aviemore, including 5 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 676 km distance in an average of 15 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 55 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 16 h 25 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.

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Buses from London to Aviemore run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 420 miles (676 km) distance in 11h 10m.
Distance 420 miles (676 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 11h 10m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Aviemore.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 14h21 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 12h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Aviemore buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:25 PM London | 13h55 | 1:20 PM Aviemore | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 PM London | 14h21 | 2:20 PM Aviemore | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
![]() | 12:25 AM London | 13h55 | 2:20 PM Aviemore | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Museum and archive devoted to the 1715 and 1745 Jacobite risings, with weapons, documents, and interpretation in nearby Newtonmore.
Small volunteer-run folk museum on Highland rural life, tools, and domestic objects. A rewarding local history stop in nearby Grantown-on-Spey.
Open-air museum with recreated Highland buildings and costumed interpretation. One of Scotland’s best museum experiences near Aviemore.
Ancient Caledonian pine forest with lochs, trails, and mountain views. One of the area’s essential scenic walking and wildlife spots.
Mountain plateau and visitor area famous for dramatic Cairngorm scenery, walks, and the funicular access zone.
Beautiful freshwater loch ringed by forest, popular for easy walks, watersports, and classic Highland views close to town.
Cullen skink is a rich smoked haddock, potato and onion soup from northeast Scotland, widely loved across the Highlands for its warming flavour.
Haggis is Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of oats, offal, suet and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties and strongly tied to Highland food culture.
Cranachan combines whipped cream, raspberries, toasted oats, honey and whisky. It celebrates classic Scottish produce and is a favourite Highland dessert.
Well-known casual spot for artisan coffee, brunch, baking and light lunches, popular with locals and visitors after outdoor activities.
Lively traditional inn with strong local reputation for hearty Scottish dishes, venison and whisky in a cosy, characterful atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant at The Old Bridge Inn known for seasonal Scottish cooking, local game and a refined but relaxed Highland setting.
Moderate for the Highlands: lodging can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are generally in line with other Scottish tourist towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up in cafes and taxis, or leave a small tip.
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Most London to Aviemore buses use the London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Aviemore, Train Station station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Aviemore 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.
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