"What facilities are available onboard megabus coaches?"

"Every megabus booking includes a guaranteed seat, and on most routes you can choose where you sit at the time of booking — useful for sitting with travel companions or securing a window spot. Selected services provide free WiFi and charging points at each seat, along with air conditioning. The hold luggage allowance is up to 20kg per passenger, with room for a smaller bag in the overhead rack. Facilities vary by route, so check the route guide on the website before you travel."

"How does the megabus booking process work?"

"Booking is done through the journey planner on megabus.com. Enter your departure station, destination, and travel dates to see available services with full itineraries, journey times, and a \"Need to Know\" section for each route. If you're a student or Scottish NEC holder, apply the relevant discount in the Discount Options field — you'll need to verify your status first. That brings up your ticket options and prices for comparison."

"Can I find route details before I travel?"

"The Route Guides section on the megabus website covers over 100 UK routes. Each guide lists the number of daily services, journey duration, departure and arrival stations, and the facilities available onboard — such as WiFi or charging points. It's worth checking this before you book, as amenities vary between routes and not every service offers the same features."

"Does megabus offer a student discount?"

"Verified students receive an additional 10% off the ticket price. Select the Student Discount option in the Discount Options box during booking and complete the verification process. The discount applies to already-reduced fares and is available year-round on all routes. It can be combined with the low promotional fares listed on this page, which makes it one of the cheapest ways to travel between UK cities."

"What luggage can I bring on a megabus journey?"

"Each passenger can bring one bag weighing up to 20kg for the hold, plus a smaller item like a backpack or handbag that fits in the overhead luggage rack inside the coach. There's no charge for luggage within these limits. This is a notable advantage over some budget airlines on comparable UK routes, where checked luggage often comes at an extra cost."

"Can I change or cancel my megabus booking?"

"Megabus allows amendments to bookings, though fees may apply depending on how close to departure you make the change. Cancellation terms vary by ticket type, so check the conditions shown during booking. If your plans are uncertain, look for flexible ticket options where available — these give you more room to adjust without losing the full fare."

"Why isn't my megabus promo code working?"

"Several things could be the cause. The code may have expired — check the expiry date shown with the offer on this page. Your booking may not meet the code's requirements, such as a minimum fare or a specific route like the London-to-Manchester corridor. Some codes are limited to new bookings only. If you're trying to use the student discount, make sure you've completed verification in the Discount Options field first — it won't apply automatically. Try copying the code again from this page, as an extra space at either end can prevent it from applying."

"How far in advance should I book megabus tickets?"

"Book as early as you can. Megabus releases tickets well ahead of the travel date, and the cheapest fare tiers on popular routes sell out quickly. Advertised prices like £6.50 for Glasgow to Edinburgh or under £10 for London to Manchester are only available while seats at that price level remain. A few weeks' advance booking typically secures the best rate, while last-minute bookings can cost significantly more."

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About the Brand

megabus is a budget coach operator serving over 100 destinations across England, Wales, and Scotland. Part of Scottish Citylink Coaches Limited, it launched in 2003 as a cut-price alternative to rail travel and has since grown into one of the UK’s largest intercity coach services, carrying over 4 million passengers every year.

Fares start remarkably low — routes like Glasgow to Edinburgh from £6.50 or London to Birmingham from £8 are typical. Tickets are booked through the journey planner on megabus.com, where you can compare timetables, check journey durations, and pick from available departure times. We’d recommend booking online early to lock in the cheapest fares, as prices tend to rise as seats at each price tier sell out.

On most routes, you can choose your own seat at the time of booking — useful if you want to sit with companions or grab a window view. Selected services include free WiFi, charging points at each seat, and air conditioning. The luggage allowance covers bags up to 20kg in the hold plus a smaller item for the overhead rack. Route guides covering over 100 services are available on the website, detailing facilities, journey times, and departure stations for each route.

Combine these everyday low fares with the automatic discounts and student offer listed above, and we think this page is worth checking before every booking.

Page last updated: 11 June 2026

How to use

The current offers on this page apply automatically when you book through megabus.com — no code needed. Promo codes do appear from time to time, though. If one is listed, click the offer card to copy it, open megabus.com, enter the code in the Discount Options box during booking, and confirm the saving before paying.

Discounted Route Fares — Several offers list specific routes at fixed low prices, such as London to Manchester from under £10 or Cardiff to London from £7. These are automatic deals: click the offer to reach the booking page, select your dates, and the fare displayed is what you pay. Booking early gives you the best chance of securing the advertised rate.

Student Discount — Verified students get an additional 10% off. Select the Student Discount option in the Discount Options field during booking and complete verification. This applies on top of already-reduced route fares, making it one of the cheapest ways to travel between UK cities. Available year-round on all routes.

If an offer doesn’t apply as expected or the price here differs from what you see on megabus.com, use the report button on this page and we’ll investigate. Mention the route and date so we can check quickly.

Shopping Guide

When’s the best time to book megabus tickets?

Book as early as you can. Megabus releases tickets well ahead of travel, and the cheapest fares on popular routes sell out fast — we’ve seen prices for the same route double when left until the week before. Off-peak departures (midweek, early morning, or late evening) are typically cheaper than Friday and Sunday afternoon services, which face higher demand from weekend travellers.

Can I stack the student discount with the low route fares?

Yes — the student discount is an additional 10% off the fare you’re seeing, so a £7 London-to-Bristol ticket drops to roughly £6.30. You’ll need to verify your student status during booking in the Discount Options section. The advertised ‘from’ prices may not appear on every date, so the student discount helps bridge the gap when fares sit slightly above the minimum.

How does megabus compare to train travel on cost?

On most intercity routes, megabus is dramatically cheaper. A London-to-Manchester train can cost £50 to over £100 on the day, while megabus advertises fares from under £10. The trade-off is journey time — coaches take longer. For price-sensitive travellers, particularly students and those booking ahead, the savings are substantial enough to justify the extra hours. On longer routes like Hull to London, savings compared to advance rail fares can exceed 70%.

What should I know before my first megabus trip?

A few practical points. Each passenger gets up to 20kg of hold luggage plus a small bag for the overhead rack, with no extra charge. WiFi and charging points are on selected services only, so check the relevant route guide before you travel. Arriving at the departure point 10 to 15 minutes early is sensible — coaches tend to leave on schedule.