London to York bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to York

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$44

Fastest journey

4 h 55 m

Average duration

5 h 37 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

280 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London to York will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $29.

Fast coaches

Of the 10 buses that leave London for York every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 5 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 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.

National ExpressNX561 · YC843
02:00PM6h10
London, Victoria Coach Station
08:10PMYork, Rail Station
$291One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX561 · YC840
11:00AM6h42
London, Victoria Coach Station
05:42PMYork, Rail Station
$341One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX591 · YC843
08:30AM6h33
London, Victoria Coach Station
03:03PMYork, Rail Station
$391One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX561
04:00PM5h40
London, Victoria Coach Station
09:40PMYork, Rail Station
$421One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX561
06:30PM5h25
London, Victoria Coach Station
11:55PMYork, Rail Station
$421One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for London to York

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. 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 coach costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $73.

Distance: 280 km

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Train
Flight

$42

Average Price

Cheapest

$101

Average Price

$251

Average Price

6h 1m

Average total duration

5h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 16m

Average total duration

2h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 7m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

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British Airways

Most popular airline

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Live departures

London to York bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 1:02 am
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX426 · NX131
Delayed
9:30 am 7:00 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
5h55
3:50 pm 3:50 pmYork, Rail Station
1 change
national_expressNX591 · YC843
Delayed
8:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station
6h33
9:12 pm 9:12 pmYork, Rail Station
1 change
national_expressNX426 · YC843
Delayed
9:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station
6h19
9:12 pm 9:12 pmYork, Rail Station
1 change
national_expressNX561 · YC840
On time
11:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station
6h42
5:42 pm York, Rail Station
1 change
national_expressNX426 · YC843
Delayed
12:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h11
9:12 pm 9:12 pmYork, Rail Station
1 change
national_expressNX561 · YC843
Delayed
2:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h10
9:12 pm 9:12 pmYork, Rail Station
1 change
national_expressNX5614:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
5h40
9:40 pm York, Rail Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX5616:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
5h25
11:55 pm York, Rail Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX436
On time
11:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
4h55
3:55 am York, Rail Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX465 · YC84011:59 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
8h02
8:01 am York, Rail Station1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to York

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Buses from London to York run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
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
280 km
Average bus duration
5h 31m
Cheapest ticket price
$13
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
4h 55m
First bus
00:10
Last bus
23:33
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

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to YorkYou can travel by bus between London to York with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
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 Duration
8h 41m
Cheapest Price
$27
FlixBus frequency
3 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 Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
$32
National Express frequency
11 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.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 23m
Cheapest Price
$29
Megabus frequency
2 a day

FAQs: London to York coach

FAQs: Take the bus from London to York with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London to York.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to York can start from as little as $30 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to York is $53; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London to York coach time is 4 h 55 min   covering the 280 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London to York leaves at 10: 00am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London to York leaves at 11: 59pm.
Yes, it is possible to travel from London to York without having to change trains with National Express. There are 3 direct coaches from London to York each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the London to York coach with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to York from London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from London, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including London, Victoria Coach Station and London, Golders Green Station. When arriving in York, you can end your journey in coach stations like York, Rail Station and York, Train Station.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at York, Rail Station, located away from the city centre.

A trip to York from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London to York is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and York including taking a train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from London to York has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to York.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to York.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to York.
    No, luggage for the coach from London to York needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to York.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to York.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to York.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to York.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in London and York

    London
    York
    The major coach station for departures in London is London, Golders Green Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Golders Green Station for your trip from London to York.
    London, Golders Green StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    8 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Golders Green Rd
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café Nero (in the station)
    • McDonald's (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Golders Green Station
    • Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 00:00-23:59
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Bath Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Caffè Nero (in the station)
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Ramps, assistance
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    22 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Great South West Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret A Manger (in the station)
    • Caffè Nero (in the station)
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals area.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps, assistance
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
    • Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Northern Perimeter Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • The Crown Rivers (in the station)
    • Giraffe (in the station)
    • Wagamama (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals area.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    • Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
    London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place
    London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Buckingham Palace Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
    • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
    London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    3 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Bishopsgate
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
    • Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
    London, York Road (London Eye)Accessibility
    Amenities at bus station
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    information
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
    London, Eltham
    information
    London, Elephant and Castle
    information
    London, Lewisham
    information
    London, Marble Arch
    information
    London, Mile End
    information
    London, New Cross Gate
    information
    London, Walworth
    information
    London, St John's Wood
    information
    London, Wembley Stadium (First Way)
    information
    London, Lithos Road
    information
    London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B)
    information
    London, Bow Church Station (Stop A)
    information
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    information
    London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station
    information
    London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
    information
    London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
    information

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