The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Bath
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bath will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $12.
Of the 22 buses that leave London for Bath every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These 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 .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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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Compare train and coach for London to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 155 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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$13 Average Price Cheapest | $58 Average Price |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Bath bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Bath coaches for today, Thursday, 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:50 pm London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road) | 2h50 | 11:40 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 20 February | |||||
NX040 · BLX39 | Delayed 10:45 am 12:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 5h46 | 11:33 am 11:33 amBath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX209 · BLX39 | Delayed 2:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h14 | 11:33 am 11:33 amBath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX403 | Delayed 2:50 pm 7:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 11:15 am 11:15 amBath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 10:25 am Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 am London, Earls Court Station (Warwick Road) | 3h10 | 10:25 am Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX040 · BLX39 | Delayed 10:45 am 7:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 4h18 | 11:48 am Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX403 | Delayed 2:50 pm 9:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 12:15 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 | Delayed 2:50 pm 10:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h15 | 1:45 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX040 · BLX39 | On time 11:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h24 | 3:24 pm Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h20 | 2:50 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 | Delayed 2:50 pm 12:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h30 | 3:30 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX502 · BLX39 | Delayed 4:30 pm 12:30 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 4h57 | 5:27 pm Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX403 | Delayed 2:50 pm 2:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station | 3h45 | 5:45 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 | On time 3:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 7:05 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 | On time 5:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h35 | 8:35 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h25 | 8:25 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 | On time 7:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h05 | 10:05 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h10 | 11:40 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 | On time 8:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h55 | 11:25 pm Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX403 | On time 10:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 2h50 | 1:20 am Bath, Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX040 · BLX39 | On time 11:59 pm London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h50 | 6:49 am Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Bath.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Bath
Buses from London to Bath run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 155 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 155 km |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London to BathYou can travel by bus between London to Bath with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Bath coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bath by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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
Important Stations and Airports in London and Bath
- 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
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café and fast food options (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 5, 21, 31 Train: Great Western Railway
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