The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Dunkirk
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Dunkirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Dunkirk will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 3 buses that leave London for Dunkirk on Thu, May 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest buses will take 2 h 15 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.
9:30 PM2h00London11:30 PMDunkirk$111One-way0 transfers
10:30 AM2h15London12:45 PMDunkirk$111One-way0 transfers
10:30 PM2h00London12:30 AMDunkirk$121One-way0 transfers
10:30 PM2h00London12:30 AMDunkirk$121One-way0 transfers
9:30 PM2h00London11:30 PMDunkirk$111One-way0 transfers
10:30 AM2h15London12:45 PMDunkirk$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London to Dunkirk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Dunkirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. 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 $11, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Dunkirk:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Dunkirk costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to Dunkirk take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 4m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
London to Dunkirk bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Dunkirk buses for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:30 PM London | 2h00 | 12:30 AM Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 14 | |||||
![]() | 10:30 AM London | 2h15 | 12:45 PM Dunkirk | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Dunkirk
Buses from London to Dunkirk run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 4:20 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Bus from London to Dunkirk
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Dunkirk
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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