- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
12 h 2 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
540 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Motherwell to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motherwell to London will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 3 buses that leave Motherwell for London on Sun, Aug 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct buses cover the 540 km distance in an average of 12 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest buses will take 14 h 1 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 335 miles (540 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price | $67 Average price | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Motherwell to London:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Motherwell to London costing on average $67 (€54).
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Motherwell to London costing on average $119 (€96).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 28m.
Bus takes on average 10h 6m.
Tickets start at around $50 (€40) compared to roughly $175 (€143) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $126 (€102). The journey takes 10h 6m versus 6h 59m 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 National Express.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:21AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 12h29 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:32AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 11h13 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:43AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 11h02 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:06AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 10h39 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:43AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 11h42 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:54AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 12h06 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:12AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 11h13 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:13AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 11h12 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:23AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 11h37 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:24AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 11h01 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:12PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 11h33 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:54PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 10h51 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:07PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 10h38 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:06PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 10h39 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:36PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 10h44 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:54PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 9h21 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:07PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 9h38 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:14PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 11h11 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:23PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 9h27 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:34PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 13h41 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:44PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h41 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:53PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 9h27 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:29PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 10h21 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:39PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 10h46 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:54PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 9h56 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:04PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 9h46 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
The table below shows live departures for Motherwell to London buses for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:12 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 11h33 | 5:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:12 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 11h03 | 5:15 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:54 PM Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 10h21 | 5:15 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:54 PM Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 10h51 | 5:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:07 PM Harthill, Services (Marks & Spencer Harthill Nth BP) | 10h08 | 5:15 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:07 PM Harthill, Services (Marks & Spencer Harthill Nth BP) | 10h38 | 5:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:06 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 10h09 | 6:15 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:06 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 10h39 | 6:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:36 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 10h14 | 6:50 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:36 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 10h44 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:54 PM Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 9h21 | 6:15 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:54 PM Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 9h51 | 6:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:07 PM Harthill, Services (Marks & Spencer Harthill Nth BP) | 9h08 | 6:15 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:07 PM Harthill, Services (Marks & Spencer Harthill Nth BP) | 9h38 | 6:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:34 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 13h41 | 11:15 AM London, Park Lane / Green Street (Marble Arch) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:34 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 10h26 | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:34 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 9h51 | 7:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:34 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 13h41 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:53 PM Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 9h27 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:53 PM Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 8h57 | 6:50 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM Harthill, Services (Marks & Spencer Harthill Nth BP) | 8h45 | 6:50 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM Harthill, Services (Marks & Spencer Harthill Nth BP) | 9h15 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:54 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 10h31 | 9:25 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:54 PM Harthill, Services (Westbound) | 9h56 | 8:50 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:04 PM Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 10h21 | 9:25 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:04 PM Newhouse, Edinburgh Road (Premier Inn Glasgow) | 9h46 | 8:50 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 1 transfer | |
NX181 · NX400 | 11:25 PM Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) | 10h55 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX181 · NX210 · NX032 | 11:25 PM Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) | 12h20 | 11:45 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX181 · NX210 · NX032 | 11:25 PM Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) | 12h30 | 11:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX181 · NX210 · NX502 | 11:25 PM Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) | 12h30 | 11:55 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Motherwell | 11h00 | 7:05 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 AM Motherwell | 11h05 | 8:10 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Motherwell to London run on average 26 times per day, taking around 10h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 335 miles (540 km) distance in 10h 6m.
Distance 335 miles (540 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 6m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of London — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London trip today.
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Oxford Circus, London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Motherwell to London buses use the to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Motherwell and London 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.
London, Baker Street Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Baker Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Baker Street Station. ATMs are available at London, Baker Street Station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Baker Street Station.
Available at London, Baker Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Baker Street Station: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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