4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from York to London
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from York to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to London will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 13 buses that leave York for London on Thu, Nov 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 5 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest buses will take 6 h 24 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for York to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. 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 €14, and a flight costs an average of €89.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price | €213 Average price |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
York to London Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:28AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h52 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:58AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 6h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:08AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h12 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:38AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 6h12 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:39AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 6h31 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:59AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h31 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 6h44 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:13AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 6h22 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:21AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 6h59 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:51AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:11AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:38AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h42 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:41AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h39 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:31AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 6h49 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:51AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:11PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 6h54 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:31PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 6h34 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:21PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:31PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h49 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:51PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:11PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:13PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:21PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:56PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 6h24 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:21PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:12PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 8h38 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:12PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 7h38 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Live departures
York to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to London buses for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YC840 · NX426 | Delayed 3:52 PM 9:38 AMYork, Rail Station | 6h42 | 5:30 PM 5:30 PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX561 | 11:25 AM York, Rail Station | 5h55 | 5:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| YC840 · NX561 | Delayed 3:52 PM 11:51 AMYork, Rail Station | 6h29 | 6:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| YC843 · NX426 | On time 1:31 PM York, Rail Station | 6h34 | 8:05 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| YC843 · NX591 | On time 2:31 PM York, Rail Station | 6h49 | 9:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| YC843 · NX426 | On time 4:13 PM York, Rail Station | 6h07 | 10:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| YC840 · NX561 | On time 4:56 PM York, Rail Station | 6h24 | 11:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| YC843 · NX466 | On time 10:12 PM York, Rail Station | 7h38 | 5:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 27 | |||||
| NX436 | On time 1:45 AM York, Rail Station | 5h05 | 6:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| YC843 · NX561 | 5:58 AM York, Rail Station | 6h52 | 12:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| YC843 · NX426 | On time 6:59 AM York, Rail Station | 6h31 | 1:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| YC840 · NX426 | On time 7:51 AM York, Rail Station | 6h44 | 2:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX561 | 8:50 AM York, Rail Station | 6h00 | 2:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| YC840 · NX426 | On time 9:38 AM York, Rail Station | 6h42 | 4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from York to London run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:33. The fastest bus covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:33 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from York to LondonYou can travel by bus between York to London with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $17 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from York to London
Public coach services from York to London began as far back as 1706, though the journey took closer to four days at that time. Since then, things have improved and a direct bus from York to London takes a little under six hours for the quickest journeys, with no change of horses required. Indirect connections via Leeds add additional travel options for the trip south to the capital, and departures are available from very early morning until mid-evening, including an overnight bus.
Which bus companies travel from York to London?
The UK's main national bus company, National Express, provides daily direct buses from York to London. In addition, National Express offers frequent indirect routes to the capital with one change in transit, at Leeds Coach Station.
How long is the bus from York to London?
The fastest bus service on the 210 mile trip south from York to the capital is the late afternoon direct National Express departure taking five hours and 40 minutes to reach London Victoria Coach Station. Other direct connections take ten minutes longer, while the fastest indirect service to London via Leeds takes five hours and 55 minutes.
How many buses are there from York to London?
The National Express timetable offers two daily direct connections to London from York, departing just before midday and in the late afternoon. There are over 20 indirect connections daily, with departures at least hourly from very early in the morning until an overnight service from York via Leeds leaves just after 9:00 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from York to London?
Departure Bus Station: York National Express bus stands are located on the western side of the city center close to the rail station, with city bus services stopping nearby. Facilities at the station include a cafe, food supermarket, news vendor, ATMs, bakery, pub, sandwich stalls and taxi stands.
Arrival Bus Station: London Victoria Coach Station is the main London hub for long-distance bus travel, located on the south-western side of the city center, with nearby bus stops on Elizabeth Street and Buckingham Palace Road and Underground connections at Victoria Tube station. Passenger facilities at the station include baggage storage, ATMs, a food supermarket, coffee shop, a news vendor, bakery and taxi stands.
FAQs: Bus from York to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from York, Rail Station, which is located around 0.5 miles (786 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- The British Museum, a world-renowned museum housing a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the globe
- The Tower of London, a historic castle and former royal residence known for its Crown Jewels and rich history
- Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarch and a symbol of the British monarchy
- The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, iconic landmarks representing the political heart of the United Kingdom
- St. Paul's Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece with a stunning dome and rich history.
- The London Eye, a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank offering panoramic views of the city
- West End Theatre District, a vibrant area known for its high-quality theatrical productions and musicals
- Explore Camden Market, a bustling market known for its eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts
- Take a walk through Hyde Park, one of London's largest and most famous parks offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities
- Visit the Tate Modern, a contemporary art museum housed in a former power station on the banks of the Thames.
- 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.
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- 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).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- 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 York to London
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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