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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Holmes Chapel
Cheapest price
kr251
Average price
kr317
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Holmes Chapel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Holmes Chapel will cost around kr317 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr251.
Of the 18 buses that leave London for Holmes Chapel on Wed, Aug 05, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.
FlixBus9:30 AM5h00London, Victoria Coach Station2:30 PMStoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Stationkr2511One-way0 transfers- FlixBus11:59 PM4h26London, Victoria Coach Station4:25 AMStoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Stationkr2571One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:40 PM5h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)5:55 PMStoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Stationkr2631One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:00 PM5h55London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station5:55 PMStoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Stationkr2741One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus6:30 AM5h45London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station12:15 PMStoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Stationkr2741One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus10:40 AM4h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)2:55 PMManchester, Airportkr3091One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:30 AM4h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)1:45 PMManchester, Airportkr2801One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:59 PM4h26London, Victoria Coach Station4:25 AMStoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Stationkr2571One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:40 PM4h45London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)8:25 PMManchester, Airportkr4091One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus9:00 AM4h45London, Victoria Coach Station1:45 PMManchester, Airportkr2801One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London to Holmes Chapel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Holmes Chapel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr131. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr131, and a flight costs an average of kr511.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr187 Average price Cheapest | kr927 Average price | kr1523 Average price | kr925 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Holmes Chapel:
A bus is kr740 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Holmes Chapel costing on average kr927.
A bus is kr1336 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Holmes Chapel costing on average kr1523.
Other travel options to Holmes Chapel take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 7m.
Bus takes on average 5h 44m.
Tickets start at around kr187 compared to roughly kr925 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr738. The journey takes 5h 44m versus 3h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
London to Holmes Chapel Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price kr189 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr274 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr280 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price kr152 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price kr153 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr227 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr251 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr309 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr309 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr195 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr274 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr314 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr263 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price kr194 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr241 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr350 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr350 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr153 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr335 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr196 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price kr344 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 4h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price kr159 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 4h26 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr181 |
Live departures
London to Holmes Chapel bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Holmes Chapel buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:59 PM London | 4h26 | 3:25 AM Holmes Chapel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:59 PM London | 4h26 | 4:25 AM Holmes Chapel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 5h45 | 12:15 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h10 | 12:15 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 1:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 5h00 | 2:30 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 1:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 2:30 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 2:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 2:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station | 5h55 | 5:55 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h50 | 5:20 PM Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Holmes Chapel
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Holmes Chapel run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr131 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price kr131 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 26m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from London to Holmes ChapelYou can travel by bus between London to Holmes Chapel with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as kr131. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Holmes Chapel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Holmes Chapel 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 Holmes Chapel, 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.
- St. Luke's Church, a historic parish church known for its beautiful architecture and stained glass windows
- Holmes Chapel Viaduct, an impressive railway viaduct offering picturesque views of the surrounding countryside
- Cranage Hall, a grand country house hotel set in landscaped gardens, ideal for a relaxing stay
- The Victoria Club, a local social club with a rich history and a variety of entertainment options
- Holmes Chapel Library, a community hub offering a range of books, resources, and events for all ages.
- Holmes Chapel Community Centre, a hub for local events and activities including sports and arts
- The Cobbles Tea Room, a charming spot for traditional English tea and homemade treats
- Holmes Chapel Golf Club, a scenic golf course offering a challenging game and beautiful views
- Dane Meadow, a nature reserve perfect for walking and wildlife spotting
- Holmes Chapel Music Society, hosting regular concerts and musical events for enthusiasts.
- 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 Holmes Chapel
Most London to Holmes Chapel buses use the London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Holmes Chapel bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre
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Most popular buses to and from Holmes Chapel and London
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