Swanage to London bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Swanage to London

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 25

Cheapest price on Sep 25

$11

Average ticket price on Sep 25

$23

Fastest journey on Sep 25

1 h 55 m

Average journey duration on Sep 25

2 h 24 m

Buses on Sep 25

78

Distance

163 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Swanage to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Swanage to London will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.

Fast buses

On Fri, Sep 25, we found 78 buses from Swanage to London, including 76 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 25 the direct buses cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .

On Fri, Sep 25 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.

  • National ExpressNX035
    2:50 AM3h30
    Poole, Seldown Coach Park
    6:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $111One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX035
    4:30 AM3h50
    Poole, Seldown Coach Park
    8:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX035
    4:45 PM3h35
    Poole, Seldown Coach Park
    8:20 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX035
    4:00 AM3h20
    Poole, Seldown Coach Park
    7:20 AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:00 AM4h00
    Poole, Seldown Coach Park
    7:00 AMLondon, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

Swanage to London Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
04:50AM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Thu, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:20AM
Arrival Time
04:50AM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:50AM
Arrival Time
06:20AM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Thu, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:00AM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:20AM
Arrival Time
06:25AM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
07:20AM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:10AM
Arrival Time
07:20AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:15AM
Arrival Time
07:20AM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:30AM
Arrival Time
07:50AM
Duration
3h20
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:50AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:55AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:00AM
Arrival Time
08:40AM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:10AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:20AM
Arrival Time
09:15AM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40AM
Arrival Time
08:50AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:50AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:10AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:20AM
Arrival Time
09:50AM
Duration
3h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:35AM
Arrival Time
10:20AM
Duration
3h45
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:50AM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
09:45AM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$25
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:20AM
Arrival Time
10:55AM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:35AM
Arrival Time
11:45AM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$22
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
11:05AM
Duration
3h05
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:15AM
Arrival Time
11:50AM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:25AM
Arrival Time
11:40AM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Thu, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
01:10PM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:55AM
Arrival Time
01:10PM
Duration
3h15
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:55AM
Arrival Time
02:50PM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Thu, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:05AM
Arrival Time
02:40PM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
02:05PM
Duration
2h35
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:55AM
Arrival Time
03:40PM
Duration
3h45
Departure days
Thu, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:25PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
03:40PM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
12:55PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:55PM
Arrival Time
03:40PM
Duration
2h45
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:05PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
3h45
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:55PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:55PM
Arrival Time
05:35PM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Thu, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:15PM
Arrival Time
06:45PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:40PM
Arrival Time
06:20PM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
02:55PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:15PM
Arrival Time
07:10PM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:45PM
Arrival Time
07:45PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:45PM
Arrival Time
07:50PM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
03:55PM
Arrival Time
07:50PM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Thu, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:10PM
Arrival Time
07:45PM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:45PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
3h35
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
04:55PM
Arrival Time
08:50PM
Duration
3h55
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:25PM
Arrival Time
07:20PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:40PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
2h20
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:25PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:40PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
2h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
11:50PM
Duration
3h50
Departure days
Thu, Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$13

Live departures

Swanage to London bus times

The table below shows live departures for Swanage to London buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX0351:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h50
4:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0351:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h35
4:35 AM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0352:50 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h15
6:05 AM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0352:50 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h30
6:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
4h00
7:00 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h25
6:25 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h40
7:00 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h05
6:25 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0354:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h20
7:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0354:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h00
7:00 AM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0354:30 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h20
7:50 AM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0354:30 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h50
8:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h40
8:40 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
4h15
9:15 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0355:10 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h40
8:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0355:10 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h10
8:20 AM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
8:40 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:20 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h55
9:15 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0355:50 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h30
9:20 AM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0355:50 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
4h00
9:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0356:35 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h45
10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0356:35 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h10
9:45 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0357:20 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h35
10:55 AM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0357:20 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
4h00
11:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h05
11:05 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h40
11:40 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0358:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h50
11:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX035 · NX0408:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
5h30
1:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX0358:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h25
11:25 AM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h40
11:05 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:25 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h15
11:40 AM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0359:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h25
12:25 PM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0359:00 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h50
12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:30 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
4h15
1:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:30 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h40
1:10 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:55 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h15
1:10 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:55 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h50
1:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX03510:55 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h30
2:25 PM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX03510:55 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h55
2:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:05 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h35
2:40 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:05 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h00
2:05 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h10
2:40 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 AM Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h35
2:05 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX03511:55 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h25
3:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX03511:55 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h00
2:55 PM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX03512:25 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h30
3:55 PM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX03512:25 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h55
4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h10
3:40 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h45
4:15 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
4:15 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h45
3:40 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0351:05 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h45
4:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0351:05 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h10
4:15 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:30 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h45
5:15 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:30 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
4h20
5:50 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h55
5:50 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:55 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h20
5:15 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0351:55 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h30
5:25 PM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0351:55 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h55
5:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0352:40 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h40
6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0352:40 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h15
5:55 PM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:15 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
4h30
7:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:15 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h55
7:10 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:45 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
4h00
7:45 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:45 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
3h25
7:10 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0353:45 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
4h05
7:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX035 · NX0403:45 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
5h05
8:50 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road1 transfer
National ExpressNX0353:45 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h40
7:25 PM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0354:45 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h35
8:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0354:45 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h10
7:55 PM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0355:40 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h15
8:55 PM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0355:40 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h40
9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:00 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
2h55
8:55 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:00 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
2h20
8:20 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:25 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
1h55
8:20 PM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:25 PM Bournemouth, Coach Station
2h30
8:55 PM London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0358:00 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h30
11:30 PM London, Earl's Court0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX0358:00 PM Poole, Seldown Coach Park
3h50
11:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Swanage to London

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Buses from Swanage to London run on average 76 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.

There are 74 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 1h 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
101 miles (163 km)
Average bus duration
3h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€6)
Buses per day
76
Direct buses
74
Fastest bus
1h 55m
First bus
12:30 AM
Last bus
11:56 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

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FlixBus

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FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
$8 (€6)
FlixBus frequency
36 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest National Express Price
$10 (€8)
National Express frequency
43 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

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Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or casual takeaway.
Mid-range
£20-40 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
£70+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
£3-5 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.

FAQs: Bus from Swanage to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swanage 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.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Swanage to London can start from as little as $8 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Swanage to London is $24 (€20) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Swanage to London is 1h 55m to travel the 101 miles (163 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Swanage to London leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Swanage to London leaves at 11:56 PM.
Yes, there are 74 direct buses a day from Swanage to London with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Swanage to London, you can count on National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Swanage and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Swanage , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Poole, Seldown Coach Park, Bournemouth, Coach Station, Poole, Parkstone, Westbourne, Poole Road . When arriving in London , you can end your journey in bus stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station, London, Earl's Court, London, Hammersmith Bridge Road, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, London, Baker Street Station, London, York Road (London Eye) .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Poole, Seldown Coach Park, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Swanage and London including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Swanage to London:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Swanage to London for bus company National Express, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Swanage to London depends on the bus companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Swanage to London.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Swanage to London:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Swanage to London:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Swanage to London. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Swanage to London with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Swanage to London with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Swanage to London with the following bus company: National Express, FlixBus.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In London, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport, markets, and popular tourist sites. Common scams include fake charity collectors, overcharging by unlicensed taxi drivers, and distraction techniques used by thieves. Always use official black cabs or licensed minicabs booked through reputable apps, and keep personal belongings secure to reduce risks. Staying vigilant in busy locations and avoiding unsolicited offers helps ensure a safer visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Swanage to London

Most Swanage to London buses use the Poole, Seldown Coach Park to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Earl's Court. Use this guide to compare Swanage and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Swanage
Arrival bus stations in London

Which London station do buses from Swanage arrive at?

Buses from Swanage to London most often arrive at London, Victoria Coach Station. Some services arrive at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your London arrival station.
London, Victoria Coach Station164 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 9TP, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

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:

BusN11, N44 · 9m · $13 · every ~4 min
148 · 17m · $2 · every ~30 min
24 · 25m · $2 · every ~25 min
38, N38 · 30m · $2 · every ~46 min
A8 · 30m · $1 · every ~10 min
390 · 35m · $2 · every ~26 min

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.

London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre)5 Black's Rd, London W6 9DT, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) from London city centre

London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) is 7 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN9 · 24m · $2 · every ~4 min
702 · 31m · $2 · every ~5 min
N9 · 31m · $2 · every ~4 min
N97 · 33m · $45 · every ~3 min
9, N9 · 47m · $2 · every ~26 min
27, N27 · 47m · $2 · every ~26 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 19m · $7 · every ~91 min

London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) bus station facilities and services

London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre). ATMs are available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre): Limited accessibility available.

London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station
City-centre transport

Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre

BusN11, N44 · 11m · $13 · every ~4 min
148 · 14m · $2 · every ~30 min
38, N38 · 16m · $2 · every ~46 min
24 · 23m · $2 · every ~25 min
390 · 31m · $2 · every ~26 min
A8 · 33m · $1 · every ~10 min

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