- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rotherham to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotherham to London will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 13 buses that leave Rotherham for London on Thu, Aug 06, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 229 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.
NX561
NX561
NX561
NX591
NX564
NX561
NX561
NX591
NX426
NX564Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rotherham to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 $10, and a flight costs an average of $88.
Distance: 142 miles (229 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $223 Average price | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rotherham to London:
A bus is $61 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotherham to London costing on average $75 (€61).
A bus is $209 (€170) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotherham to London costing on average $223 (€182).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 11m.
Bus takes on average 3h 43m.
Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $78 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $64 (€52). The journey takes 3h 43m versus 3h 17m 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, FlixBus, Megabus.
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 National Express | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Rotherham to London buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:50 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h05 | 8:55 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h40 | 9:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 | 6:50 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h30 | 11:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 · NX032 | 6:55 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h50 | 2:45 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 1 transfer | |
NX131 · NX410 | 7:20 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 6h30 | 1:50 PM London, Earl's Court | 1 transfer | |
NX561 · NX444 · NX032 | 8:25 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 8h00 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX025 · NX035 | 8:25 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 8h00 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX444 · NX035 | 8:25 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 8h00 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 | 8:25 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h25 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX025 · NX032 | 8:25 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 8h00 | 4:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX564 · NX032 · NX502 | 9:15 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 8h10 | 5:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX564 · NX410 · NX502 | 9:15 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 8h10 | 5:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX564 | 9:15 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 5h05 | 2:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h50 | 1:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h25 | 2:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h05 | 2:45 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h35 | 2:15 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX025 · NX030 | 10:50 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 8h00 | 6:50 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 | 10:50 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h00 | 2:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX502 · NX030 | 10:50 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 8h00 | 6:50 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h30 | 2:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h05 | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX426 · NX401 · NX444 | 12:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h15 | 7:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX426 · NX035 · NX032 | 12:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h15 | 7:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX426 · NX401 · NX032 | 12:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h15 | 7:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX426 · NX035 · NX444 | 12:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h15 | 7:25 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX426 | 12:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h10 | 4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX035 · NX504 | 1:40 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h20 | 9:00 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX035 · NX032 | 1:40 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h20 | 9:00 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 | 1:40 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h10 | 5:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX561 · NX030 · NX504 | 1:40 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h20 | 9:00 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX561 · NX030 · NX032 | 1:40 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h20 | 9:00 PM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX131 · NX590 | 2:00 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 6h20 | 8:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h20 | 6:45 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h55 | 7:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h35 | 8:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h05 | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h10 | 8:10 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h40 | 8:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 · NX030 · NX025 | 5:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h20 | 12:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX591 | 5:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h10 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX591 · NX025 · NX025 | 5:10 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 7h20 | 12:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h35 | 9:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h15 | 8:55 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX564 · NX025 · NX032 | 6:30 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 10h00 | 4:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
NX564 | 6:30 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 4h20 | 10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX564 · NX030 · NX032 | 6:30 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 10h00 | 4:30 AM London, Earl's Court | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h20 | 12:50 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 3h45 | 1:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
NX466 · NX025 · NX032 | 1:40 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 9h35 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX466 · NX030 · NX032 | 1:40 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 9h35 | 11:15 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 2 transfers | |
NX466 | 1:40 AM Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange | 5h40 | 7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rotherham to London run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 142 miles (229 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 142 miles (229 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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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.
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Most Rotherham to London buses use the Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Rotherham and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange is 4 km from Rotherham city centre. Public transport options include:
Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and snack bars available
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange.
Available at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange: Fully accessible for disabled passengers.
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, Earl's Court is 5 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Earl's Court has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Earl's Court. ATMs are available at London, Earl's Court.
Ticket office support is available at London, Earl's Court.
Available at London, Earl's Court: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Earl's Court: Station is accessible for those with reduced mobility.
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