How to get from London to Hull
- 247 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 3h 21m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
3h 21m
1 transfer
Train
€42
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 9 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from London to Hull. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 21m by train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 247 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
247 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €21Omio catalogue, Oct 10 | 3h 21m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €46Reading date not recorded | 7h 07m3 transfers | See Bus details |
- Train€21Omio catalogue, Oct 103h 21m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€46Reading date not recorded7h 07m · 3 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
London to Hull: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1London → DoncastertrainLNER·1h 39m
- 2Doncaster → HulltrainNorthern Rail·58m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 10
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusLondon Borough of Camden-ManchesterBook →TransPennine ExpressManchester-MeadowhallBook →On this route you travel with LNER, Northern Rail, City transit, FlixBus, TransPennine Express; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from London to Hull works
Start with a LNER train from London to Doncaster, about 1h 39m. Transfer in Doncaster and continue by Northern Rail train on to Hull (58 min). In total it's roughly €42 over 3h 21m, 1 transfer.
London to Hull: common questions
How long does it take to get from London to Hull?
The most useful route takes about 3h 21m by train, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from London to Hull?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Hull from London?
About 247 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does London to Hull cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €42. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run London to Hull?
On this route you travel with LNER, Northern Rail, City transit, FlixBus, TransPennine Express.
Can you get from London to Hull without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 32m.
What is the cheapest way to get from London to Hull?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to next
Other ways people search London to Hull
- how to get from London to Hull
- London to Hull travel time
- London to Hull distance
- cheapest way from London to Hull
- London to Hull by bus
Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: LNER, Northern Rail
Route calculated: 9 Oct 2026