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London to Dublin by bus

The journey from London to Dublin by bus is 464.29 km and takes 12 hrs 15 mins. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 17:00 and the last at 18:00. It is possible to travel from London to Dublin by bus for as little as €64.93 or as much as €115.70. The best price for this journey is €64.93.

Lowest Price €64.93
Journey Duration 12 hrs 15 mins
Connection per Day 4
Lowest Price €64.93
Highest Price €115.70
First Departure 17:00
Last Departure 18:00
Distance 464.29 km
Departure London
Arrival Dublin
Carriers National Express, Expressway Eurolines

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from London to Dublin

The cheapest London - Dublin bus tickets can be found for as low as €36.98 if you’re lucky, or €72.35 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as €112.13.

Find the best day to travel to Dublin by bus

When travelling to Dublin by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board National Express from London to Dublin
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London to Dublin CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
32.5kg
Bus
34.82kg
Flight
92.86kg
Car
74.29kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from London to Dublin?
A bus ticket from London to Dublin is €83.97. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as €64.93.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from London to Dublin?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Dublin is €64.93. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Dublin by bus?
London to Dublin is 464.29 km.
How long does the bus between London and Dublin take?
London to Dublin is on average 12 hrs 15 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 12 hrs 0 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Dublin?
The bus journey from London to Dublin is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: National Express and Expressway Eurolines.
How many bus connections per day go from London to Dublin?
London to Dublin has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from London to Dublin leave?
The earliest bus from London to Dublin departs at 17:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from London to Dublin depart?
The latest bus from London to Dublin departs at 18:00. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Dublin in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is €64.93 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Dublin?
There are on average 4 direct connection(s) from London to go to Dublin.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Dublin by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between London and Dublin is 12 hrs 0 mins.
Is there a direct bus from London to Dublin?
Yes, there is a direct bus between London and Dublin.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Dublin by bus?
The bus journey from London to Dublin creates 34.82kg of CO2 emissions.

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