The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Waterloo
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Waterloo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Waterloo will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 1 buses that leave London for Waterloo on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 328 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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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Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Waterloo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Waterloo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. 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 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €127.
Distance: 203 miles (328 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€60 Average price Cheapest | €199 Average price | €108 Average price |
7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
London to Waterloo Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Regiojet | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $91 |
Live departures
London to Waterloo bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Waterloo buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 12h20 | 7:50 AM Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Waterloo
Distance 203 miles (328 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from London to Waterloo start from as low as $24 (€20) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $73 (€60) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Infobus from London to WaterlooYou can travel by bus between London to Waterloo with Infobus for as low as $24 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Waterloo

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
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- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Waterloo
- 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
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