- Must visit
No. 1 Royal Crescent
Museum inside No. 1 Royal Crescent, restored to the late 18th century. Best place to understand Bath's Georgian domestic life and design.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bath will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 35 buses from London to Bath, including 16 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 155 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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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Buses from London to Bath run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London to Bath.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:51AM | Duration 4h21 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 04:51AM | Duration 3h51 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 08:58AM | Duration 6h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:49PM | Duration 4h19 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:29PM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:49PM | Duration 4h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:49PM | Duration 4h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:28PM | Duration 4h28 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:46PM | Duration 4h16 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:31PM | Duration 4h31 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:31PM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:53PM | Duration 4h23 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 10:06PM | Duration 4h41 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:06PM | Duration 4h36 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:28PM | Duration 4h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:46PM | Duration 4h16 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 3h09 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 2h59 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 04:51AM | Duration 4h52 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Bath buses for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NX032 · NX403 | 3:35 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 5h05 | 8:40 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX403 | 5:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 8:40 PM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 · BLX39 | 5:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 4h18 | 9:48 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · BL39 | 6:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h28 | 10:28 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · BL39 | 6:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h20 | 10:50 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | 7:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h40 | 11:00 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 10:30 PM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX403 | 8:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 11:00 PM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 12:35 AM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road) | 2h50 | 12:35 AM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX025 · NX403 | 10:20 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h05 | 1:25 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX403 | 10:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 1:25 AM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 · BL39 | 11:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h51 | 4:51 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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NX040 · BL39 | 12:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h21 | 4:51 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX209 · BL39 | 2:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h19 | 6:49 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · BLX39 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h17 | 10:47 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | 6:50 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 4h30 | 11:20 AM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 10:25 AM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road) | 3h10 | 10:25 AM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX403 | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 11:20 AM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 · BLX39 | 8:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h19 | 12:49 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · BLX39 | 9:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h23 | 1:23 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | 9:55 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h55 | 1:50 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 1:55 PM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX403 | 10:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 1:50 PM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 · BLX39 | 10:50 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 4h19 | 3:09 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX403 | 10:55 AM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 4h40 | 3:35 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX403 | 12:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 3:35 PM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 3:55 PM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX040 · BLX39 | 1:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h52 | 5:52 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX403 | 2:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h40 | 6:10 PM Bath, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX032 · NX403 | 2:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 3h40 | 6:10 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · BLX39 | 3:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h53 | 7:53 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX040 · BLX39 | 3:30 PM London, Hammersmith Bridge Road | 4h23 | 7:53 PM Bath, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Museum inside No. 1 Royal Crescent, restored to the late 18th century. Best place to understand Bath's Georgian domestic life and design.
Major museum of painting, decorative arts, and fashion in a grand historic building. Strong collection and central location near the Abbey.
Bath's leading museum of decorative arts with ceramics, furniture, and changing displays. Housed in handsome Assembly Rooms surroundings.
Long-distance footpath section encircling Bath's hills and valleys. Excellent for walkers wanting nature, heritage, and superior city viewpoints.
Large landscaped park west of the centre with lawns, botanical gardens, and iconic views toward the Royal Crescent. Ideal for relaxed walking.
Historic cobbled lane below Pulteney Bridge with artisan fronts and riverside charm. One of Bath's prettiest short walks and photo spots.
Bath Bun is a rich sweet bun with currants and crushed sugar, long linked to Georgian Bath tea rooms and the city’s spa-era dining culture.
Sally Lunn Bun is Bath’s famous large brioche-like bun, served sweet or savoury, and associated with one of the city’s oldest historic eating houses.
Bath Chap is a traditional Somerset cured and smoked pig’s cheek or jowl, valued for its rich flavour and old West Country farmhouse roots.
Refined fine dining in a Georgian setting, known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service.
Well-known modern Indian restaurant with bold regional flavours, stylish rooms and a strong reputation in central Bath.
Historic bakery and tea room famed for the Sally Lunn Bun. Casual, atmospheric and one of Bath’s classic food stops.
Bath is pricier than many UK cities. Hotels, dining, and attractions are often above average, though buses and casual meals remain manageable for tourists.
Service may be included at restaurants; otherwise tip about 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Bath Bus Station -> Bath Abbey
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bath.
Buses offer a fast and convenient way to travel from London to Bath. National Express operates 14 services per day for the 114-mile trip. Journey time is three hours or less. All travel directly except one National Express service which requires a coach change in Bristol.
Both National Express operate frequent daily buses from London to Bath.
The fastest bus journey from London to Bath takes 2 hours and 35 minutes. Some National Express call at Heathrow for a total journey time of around three hours. Those involving a stopover in Bristol last almost seven hours.
The first National Express departure is at 7:30 a.m. National Express services run throughout the day every 60/90 minutes during peak times with the last departure at 11:59 p.m.
National Express buses are all air-conditioned and feature reclining seats, integrated power outlets, and toilets.
Departure Station: All buses from London to Bath leave from Victoria Coach Station on Buckingham Palace Road. The station is 300 metres from both Victoria underground station which is served by the Victoria, District and Circle lines and Victoria Train Station. The coach station is also very convenient for many bus routes including the N11 and N44 night buses.
Arrival Station: All buses arrive at Bath Spa Bus Station. It's centrally located on Dorchester Street near the Southgate Shopping Center and a one minute walk from Bath Spa train station. Passengers wishing to travel onward by bus will find an abundance of routes operated by the First Group and Bath Bus Company.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Bath buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Bath, Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. Use this guide to compare London and Bath 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, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 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), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
Bath, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café and fast food options (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, Bus Station.
Available at Bath, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, Bus Station: Ramps, assistance.
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road. ATMs are available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road.
Ticket office support is available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road.
Available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath, London Road / St. Saviours Road: Station accessible via ramps.
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