How much is the bus ticket from London to Bournemouth?

The cheapest bus tickets from London to Bournemouth start from $13. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from London to Bournemouth?

The average bus travel time from London to Bournemouth is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 128 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the London to Bournemouth route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 63 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus departs from London to Bournemouth at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Bournemouth?

A bus trip from London to Bournemouth generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from London to Bournemouth?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Bournemouth?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from London to Bournemouth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Bournemouth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus London to Bournemouth from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	London Green Line Coach Station	2h 45m	1:15am	Bournemouth	Cheapest
Bus	10:50pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	2h 10m	1:00am	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 40m	12:10pm	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00am	London Green Line Coach Station	3h 30m	2:30pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 40m	12:10pm	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	2h 56m	3:26pm	County Gates	Cheapest
Bus	10:50pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	2h 10m	1:00am	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00am	London Green Line Coach Station	3h 30m	2:30pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 50m	9:20am	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:50pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	2h 10m	1:00am	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00am	London Green Line Coach Station	3h 30m	2:30pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 46m	10:46am	County Gates	Cheapest
Bus	10:50pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	2h 10m	1:00am	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00am	London Green Line Coach Station	3h 30m	2:30pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 46m	10:46am	County Gates	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	2h 20m	10:40pm	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00am	London Green Line Coach Station	3h 30m	2:30pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 46m	10:46am	County Gates	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	2h 20m	10:40pm	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00am	London Green Line Coach Station	3h 30m	2:30pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 46m	10:46am	County Gates	Cheapest
Bus	8:20pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	2h 20m	10:40pm	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00am	London Green Line Coach Station	3h 30m	2:30pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Bournemouth on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	3h 25m	5:55pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:50pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	2h 10m	1:00am	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:00am	London Green Line Coach Station	3h 30m	2:30pm	Bournemouth	No tags
Bus	12:30am	Victoria Coach Station	2h 35m	3:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:44 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Bournemouth

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bournemouth. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

151 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $114	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $262	Average Duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $20	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in London and Bournemouth?

Stops in London

A
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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B
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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C
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
Old Kent Rd
The Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
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Stops in Bournemouth

A
Coach Station
Bournemouth (Coach Station), Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK
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B
Richmond Hill, 3
3 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HE, UK
C
Travel Interchange
Bath Rd, Bournemouth BH1, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting friendly and professional drivers, clean buses, and good value for money. The staff's helpfulness was appreciated by travelers needing assistance. Although some faced delays due to traffic or weather conditions, these were generally understood as beyond the company's control.

National Express London Bournemouth recent customer reviews

Our two drivers were polite. Our bus departed on time both on the way out and back.

Fatma D.

May 13, 2025

Today my bus at 9 o’clock and exact 9 o’clock I was there They didn’t allow me to sit in the bus I missed my exam today in university I never book this bus again

Ramanpreet K.

April 29, 2025

We both enjoy our trip with the amazing driver we reached safe in Bournemouth, thank you🙏

Rose B.

August 11, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Bournemouth by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from London to Bournemouth?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Bournemouth start from $13. The average price for this route is around $25. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from London to Bournemouth?
The average bus travel time from London to Bournemouth is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 128 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Bournemouth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 63 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Bournemouth?
The earliest bus departs from London to Bournemouth at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Bournemouth?
A bus trip from London to Bournemouth generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from London to Bournemouth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Bournemouth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from London to Bournemouth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Bournemouth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-26

$75

11-27

$14

Today

$15

11-29

$15

11-30

$16

12-01

$11

12-02

$10

12-03

$10

The cheapest trip from London to Bournemouth was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Bournemouth, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $99 for a bus ticket from London to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.