Step back in time at one of the UK’s most iconic landmarks. The Tower of London, a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames, offers a captivating glimpse into centuries of British history, from royal intrigue to infamous prisoners.
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Last updated: October 2026
Tower of London group transport at a glance
- Addresses Tower of London, London EC3N 4AB. Tower Bridge, Tower Bridge Road, London SE1 2UP. A few minutes' walk apart.
- Drop-off and parking Set-down on Lower Thames Street, with all-day coach parking next door at Tower Hill. Full details below.
- Opening hours The Tower is typically open from 09:00 (10:00 on Sundays and Mondays) to 17:30, with last entry at 16:30, varying by season. Tower Bridge group slots run daily from 09:50 to 16:10.
- Group sizes Minibuses for 9–16 passengers, midi coaches for 17–37, full-size coaches for 38–70.
- Busiest periods Weekends and school holidays. Term-time weekdays are best for groups, and the Tower advises seeing the Crown Jewels in the morning.
- Prices See our pricing page for current prices. Every booking gets a fixed written quote.
Why take a coach to the Tower of London?
Unlike most central London attractions, the Tower has a coach park right next door. That means a set-down two minutes from the entrance, a coach waiting close by all day and a quick pickup at the end, with no Tube changes and no head counts on crowded platforms. Bags and suitcases, which aren't allowed inside the Tower, stay on the coach.
We plan every booking around your entry time, and you deal with one named contact from quote to return.
Typical bookings:
- School day trip: Normans, medieval and Tudor history, back before the end of the school day.
- Tower and Tower Bridge day: the Tower in the morning and the Bridge's glass-floored walkways and Victorian Engine Rooms in the afternoon, with the coach waiting at Tower Hill.
- Tower and Thames river trip: a river cruise from Tower Pier or Tower Bridge Quay, with collection from your landing pier.
- International and senior tour groups: hotel or airport pickup, the Tower as part of a London sightseeing day and onward travel to the next stop.
Typical journey times to the Tower of London
For a full-size coach on a weekday morning, door to set-down. We build London traffic into every quote.
| From | Approx. journey time |
|---|---|
| Guildford | 60–75 mins |
| Reading | 60–80 mins |
| St Albans | 60–75 mins |
| Luton | 60–80 mins |
| Chelmsford | 75–90 mins |
| Maidstone | 75–90 mins |
| Milton Keynes | 80–100 mins |
| Brighton | 90–110 mins |
Tower of London group and school visit rules
- Groups of 15 or more get discounted tickets, including senior and student rates. Walk-up groups are welcome, but may have to wait without a timed slot.
- Schools book through a request form, giving three possible dates. Subsidised school rates apply on term-time weekdays.
- School ratios: 1:5 for Key Stage 1, 1:10 for Key Stages 2 to 4 and 1:15 for over-16s, with at least two adults for Key Stages 2 to 4. SEND groups set their own ratios. Other groups keep to 1:15.
- Lunch: schools allocated a lunchroom are told two weeks before. Other groups can pre-book lunches at the New Armouries Café.
- Time and tours: allow at least two to three hours. Yeoman Warder tours are included and run every 45 minutes, with the last at 15:15.
For your coach booking: we set down 15 to 20 minutes before your entry slot, allowing for the walk to the Welcome Centre and security. Rules are set by Historic Royal Palaces and can change. Always confirm on the Tower of London group visits page.
Adding Tower Bridge to your visit
Tower Bridge is a few minutes' walk from the Tower, so no coach move is needed. Groups cross the high-level walkways with glass floors, 42 metres above the Thames, and see the Victorian Engine Rooms.
Always confirm details on the Tower Bridge group visits page.
- Pre-book for 15 or more: group slots run daily from 09:50 to 16:10, or from 12:50 on the second Saturday of each month. Arrive at your slot, not earlier, as space on the Bridge is limited.
- Allow 60 to 90 minutes. Guided tours take up to 16 people, so larger groups may need two tours.
- Schools: one free adult for every six children at Key Stage 1 and every ten at Key Stage 2. Greater London schools may be eligible for the City School Visits Fund. Potters Fields Park, next to the Bridge, is good for packed lunches.
Coach access, drop-off and parking
Everything about where the coach stops and waits, in one place.
- Tower of London set-down: Lower Thames Street, about a two-minute walk from the Tower. The Tower Hill coach park allows 15 minutes free to set down or pick up. Group leaders then go to the Welcome Centre on Tower Hill.
- Coach parking: the Tower Hill coach park on Lower Thames Street has day and overnight coach parking, so the coach stays close by. Any parking charges are included in your quote.
- Tower Bridge set-down: the Tower Hill coach park, or Tooley Street on the south side of the river. Tower Bridge Road is a Red Route, so coaches can't stop on the Bridge.
- Engines off: our drivers switch off at every stop.
- Congestion Charge: the Tower sits on the edge of the Congestion Charge zone. Our coaches and minibuses are registered for the 100% discount for vehicles with nine or more seats, so the charge doesn't apply.
- Emissions: London's emissions zones cover almost all of Greater London. Our full-size and midi coaches meet the Low Emission Zone's Euro VI standard and our minibuses meet the ULEZ standard, so there are no daily charges.
Meeting the group there by public transport: Tower Hill Underground station (District and Circle lines) is about five minutes' walk, with step-free access to street level. Tower Gateway (DLR), Fenchurch Street and London Bridge are also close by.
Accessibility
The Tower of London is a historic site with uneven, worn and sometimes slippery surfaces, and many areas involve stairs. Tower Bridge offers step-free access, with lifts in both towers and the Engine Rooms. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles are available by special request; tell us about any mobility requirements when you request a quote.
Combining the Tower with other London visits
| Combined with | How the coach helps |
|---|---|
| St Paul's Cathedral | A short coach move west through the City. |
| British Museum | A coach move across central London to Bloomsbury. |
| Royal Museums Greenwich | A coach move east for a maritime history day. |
| Natural History Museum | A coach move west to South Kensington. |
Vehicle options
| Vehicle | Passengers | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Minibus (standard or executive) | 9–16 | Small classes, private tours, a single Tower Bridge guided tour group |
| Midi coach (standard or executive) | 17–37 | A single class with adult helpers, smaller tour groups |
| Full-size coach (standard or executive) | 38–70 | Two classes, large tour parties, senior groups |
| Multiple vehicles | Any size | Whole-school trips and very large tour groups |
See our full fleet.
Why choose The London Coach Company?
- London experience: based in Brentford and running group coaches to London's landmarks since 2014.
- Licensed and accredited: a licensed coach operator and member of the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT).
- A fleet for every group: 25 vehicles, from minibuses to large coach, in standard and executive versions, all LEZ and ULEZ compliant.
- School paperwork: operator licence details, insurance certificate and driver DBS checks available on request; seat belts on all vehicles.
- 24/7 support: our team is available around the clock, including on the day of travel.
- A named account manager for schools, tour operators and other repeat clients.
- Fixed written quotes, including parking and charges, and drivers' hours planned in, so long days are covered.
We carry primary and secondary schools, tour operators and international groups, senior groups and corporate clients. See our education transport, tourism and leisure coach hire, airport transfers and corporate transport.
About the Tower of London and Tower Bridge
The Tower of London is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with almost 1,000 years of history as a royal palace, fortress and prison. Groups can see the Crown Jewels, join a Yeoman Warder tour and meet the ravens. Tower Bridge, completed in 1894, is one of London's best-known landmarks. See the Tower of London website and the Tower Bridge website.
Get a quote for Tower of London group transport
Send us your date, pickup address, group size and entry times for the Tower and Tower Bridge, and we'll come back with a fixed written quote.
- Call +44 20 3457 2071
- Email [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can a coach drop off at the Tower of London?
Coaches set down on Lower Thames Street, about a two-minute walk from the Tower. The Tower Hill coach park allows 15 minutes free to set down or pick up. Group leaders then go to the Welcome Centre on Tower Hill.
Is there coach parking near the Tower of London?
Yes. The Tower Hill coach park on Lower Thames Street offers day and overnight coach parking, so the coach can wait close by all day. Any parking charges are included in your quote.
Where do coaches drop off for Tower Bridge?
Coaches drop off and collect from the Tower Hill coach park, or on Tooley Street on the south side of the river. Tower Bridge Road is a Red Route, so coaches cannot stop on the Bridge itself.
Can we visit the Tower of London and Tower Bridge in one day?
Yes. They are a few minutes' walk apart, so no coach move is needed. Allow at least two to three hours at the Tower and 60 to 90 minutes at Tower Bridge, and book each attraction separately.
Do groups need to book the Tower of London and Tower Bridge?
Groups of 15 or more get discounted tickets at both. At the Tower, walk-up groups are welcome but may have to wait, and schools book through a request form. At Tower Bridge, all groups of 15 or more must pre-book.
What adult-to-child ratio does the Tower of London require for schools?
The ratios are 1:5 for Key Stage 1, 1:10 for Key Stages 2 to 4 and 1:15 for ages 16 and over. SEND groups can set their own ratios, and Key Stage 2 to 4 bookings need at least two adults.
Do coaches pay the Congestion Charge or ULEZ at the Tower of London?
The Tower sits on the edge of the central London Congestion Charge zone. Our coaches and minibuses are registered for the 100% discount for vehicles with nine or more seats, so the charge does not apply. All our vehicles are LEZ and ULEZ compliant, so there are no daily emissions charges either.
How much does coach hire to the Tower of London cost?
See our pricing page for current coach and minibus prices. The final price depends on group size, pickup location, waiting time and any extra stops. You get a fixed written quote before booking.
Who operates the coaches?
The London Coach Company, a licensed London coach operator and CPT member, running group coaches in London since 2014. Your trip is run by our own professional drivers, with 24/7 support from our team.
Do you have wheelchair-accessible coaches for Tower of London visits?
Yes, wheelchair-accessible vehicles are available by special request. Tell us about any wheelchair users or mobility requirements when you request a quote, so we can confirm a suitable vehicle for your date.