How to travel from London to Wellington

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Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Wellington

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Wellington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $63.

Distance: 130 miles (210 km)

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2h 38m

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The cheapest way to travel from London to Wellington is a bus with an average price of $32.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Wellington:

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Wellington costing on average $63.

A bus is $348 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Wellington costing on average $380.

The fastest way to travel from London to Wellington is by train with an average journey time of 3h 8m.

Other travel options to Wellington take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 54m.

Bus takes on average 5h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Wellington including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from London to Wellington among Omio's users.

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from London to Wellington

How to get from London to Wellington by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from London to Wellington is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    11:00 AM4h55
    London
    3:55 PMWellington
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

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  • National Express
    11:00 AM4h55
    London
    3:55 PMWellington
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    11:00 AM4h55
    London
    3:55 PMWellington
    $351One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Wellington

Travel to Wellington easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Wellington.

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There are 3 options to travel between London and Wellington including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Wellington is a bus with an average price of $23.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Wellington:

A bus is $37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Wellington costing on average $59.

A bus is $67 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Wellington costing on average $90.

The fastest way to travel from London to Wellington is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 59m.

Other travel options to Wellington take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 12m.

Bus takes on average 5h 23m.

The distance from London to Wellington is approximately 130 miles (210 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Wellington is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Wellington as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Wellington:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Euston (EUS) and arrive in Wellington (Shropshire) (WLN).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Telford, Town Centre.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Wellington, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Wellington by bus.
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways to go to Wellington by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from London to Wellington:
  • 1 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from London to Wellington often also extend their vacation to go to Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Sutton Coldfield, Marston Green, Shrewsbury. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Wellington and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Wellington to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Three to four days in Wellington is ideal to explore its vibrant arts scene, visit the national museum Te Papa, enjoy the waterfront, and discover the city's unique culinary offerings and surrounding nature.

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