Checked offer from London to Hull: Coach, about 5h 50min, from €23. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 5, 2026): National Express; main departure point: Victoria Bus Station.
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 5, 2026 for a departure on November 26, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | Bus | Victoria Bus Station | €23 | 3 |
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Practical tips
Coach fares rise as seats fill. Booking well ahead usually gets you the lowest price, and it protects you from paying a costly last-minute fare when a cheaper seat existed days earlier.
London has many coach and railway stations with similar names. Open your e-ticket the day before and confirm the exact departure point, so you do not end up at the wrong station on the morning of travel.
Bank holidays, Friday evenings and summer weekends sell out fastest and cost more. If your dates are flexible, travel midweek or at quieter hours and you will find more choice and better prices.
Allow extra time to find the right bay, especially with luggage and London traffic. If you arrive from an airport or another city, leave a generous buffer so a delay does not make you miss the coach.
Bring a charged phone, a power bank, headphones, water and a snack. Keep your e-ticket saved offline and your valuables with you, and put a jacket in your hand luggage as the cabin can be cool.
The journey experience
London to Hull is a long cross-country trip, and the easiest way to decide how to do it is to compare your options side by side. For this route, the coach is the confirmed option, and it is the one most independent travellers choose when budget matters. The table on this page shows the current duration and price range, so you can judge it at a glance.
The coach is a simple, no-fuss way to travel: one seat, one booking, and no need to piece together separate train tickets. You get a reclining seat, a luggage hold and, on many vehicles, Wi-Fi and power sockets, although facilities vary. As the journey is long, it works well as a daytime ride with a book or a film, or as an early start that leaves you the rest of the day in Hull.
British fares move with the day, the hour and how early you book, and the cheapest seats go first. Book ahead, avoid bank holidays and summer Fridays if you can, and check the departure point on your e-ticket before you set off, because London has many stations and it is easy to head to the wrong one. Your e-ticket arrives instantly, so you can travel with confidence.
Frequently asked questions — London → Hull
Coach tickets from London to Hull start from €23, and the typical fare goes up to around €24. Prices can change depending on the day, the time of departure and how early you book, so reserving ahead is the best way to secure the lowest fare on your chosen date.
The coach journey takes about 6 hours. Actual time depends on traffic leaving London, the time of day and the day of the week, so it is wise to allow some flexibility, especially on Fridays, bank holidays and busy summer weekends.
For this route, the coach is the confirmed option and a strong choice if you want a simple, low-cost journey with a single booking and an instant e-ticket. It suits budget travellers who do not mind a long ride and prefer to avoid complicated ticket types.
Long-distance coaches from London usually leave from Victoria Coach Station, near Victoria railway station. However, the exact departure point can vary by service, so always check the details on your e-ticket the day before you travel and arrive with time to spare.
Each airport has rail and coach links into central London. From Heathrow you can take the Elizabeth line or the Tube, and from Gatwick a direct train runs to Victoria. Stansted and Luton also have train and coach links. Leave a generous buffer before your coach.
Why visit Hull?
- ✓ Explore The Deep, one of Europe's most striking aquariums, set at the confluence of the Humber and the River Hull
- ✓ Wander the cobbled streets of the Old Town and Fruit Market, with its galleries, indie bars and street art
- ✓ Discover the life of abolitionist William Wilberforce at Wilberforce House, the museum of his birthplace
- ✓ Visit the Maritime Museum and Ferens Art Gallery to trace Hull's whaling, fishing and artistic heritage
- ✓ Walk or cycle across the Humber Bridge, once the world's longest single-span suspension bridge, and visit nearby Hessle Foreshore
When to visit Hull?
TEMPERATE OCEANIC CLIMATE
May to September — mildest and driest months, with long daylight hours and outdoor festivals on the waterfront.
What to do in Hull?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Hull?
Hull is best done in 2 days. In one day, focus on the Old Town: The Deep aquarium, the Maritime Museum, Wilberforce House and a walk along the Marina. With a second day, add the Ferens Art Gallery, the Hull Minster and the Streetlife Museum, then take an evening in the Fruit Market bars. Book The Deep in advance and consider a day trip to Beverley (20 minutes by train) if you have a third day.
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