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Cheap bus tickets from London to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Jun 10

Cheapest

12

Average

14

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

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11:30AM5h05
London
04:35PMManchester, Airport
121One-way
0 transfers
07:00PM5h35
London
12:35AMManchester, Airport
141One-way
0 transfers
07:00PM6h00
London
01:00AMManchester
141One-way
0 transfers
04:00PM5h10
London
09:10PMManchester, Coach Station
151One-way
0 transfers

Bus schedule from London to Manchester

Showing buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 10
05:30AM5h05
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
10:35AMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
05:30AM5h30
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
11:00AMManchester
0 transfers
06:30AM4h30
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
11:00AMManchester
0 transfers
06:30AM4h05
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
10:35AMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
10:00AM5h35
London
03:35PMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
10:00AM5h20
London
03:20PMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
10:00AM6h00
London
04:00PMManchester
0 transfers
10:50AM5h10
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
04:00PMManchester
0 transfers
10:50AM4h45
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
03:35PMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
11:30AM5h05
London
04:35PMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
11:30AM5h40
London
05:10PMManchester
0 transfers
12:00PM5h10
London
05:10PMManchester
0 transfers
12:00PM5h30
London
05:30PMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
12:20PM4h15
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
04:35PMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
12:20PM4h50
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
05:10PMManchester
0 transfers
12:25PM4h45
London
05:10PMManchester
0 transfers
01:00PM5h20
London
06:20PMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
01:00PM4h35
London
05:35PMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
01:00PM5h00
London
06:00PMManchester
0 transfers
01:50PM3h45
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
05:35PMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
01:50PM4h10
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
06:00PMManchester
0 transfers
02:00PM5h15
London
07:15PMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
03:00PM5h00
London
08:00PMManchester
0 transfers
03:00PM5h10
London
08:10PMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
03:25PM4h35
London
08:00PMManchester
0 transfers
04:00PM5h10
London
09:10PMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
04:30PM6h05
London
10:35PMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
04:30PM6h40
London
11:10PMManchester
0 transfers
05:00PM4h55
London
09:55PMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
05:20PM5h15
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
10:35PMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
05:20PM5h50
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
11:10PMManchester
0 transfers
06:00PM5h05
London
11:05PMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
06:00PM5h00
London
11:00PMManchester
0 transfers
06:25PM4h35
London
11:00PMManchester
0 transfers
07:00PM5h35
London
12:35AMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
07:00PM4h59
London
11:59PMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
07:00PM6h00
London
01:00AMManchester
0 transfers
07:50PM4h45
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
12:35AMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
07:50PM5h10
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
01:00AMManchester
0 transfers
08:00PM4h40
London
12:40AMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
11:00PM6h35
London
05:35AMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
11:00PM4h30
London
03:30AMManchester
0 transfers
11:00PM7h00
London
06:00AMManchester
0 transfers
11:00PM4h00
London
03:00AMManchester, Airport
0 transfers
11:30PM6h25
London
05:55AMManchester, Coach Station
0 transfers
11:50PM6h10
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
06:00AMManchester
0 transfers
11:50PM5h45
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
05:35AMManchester, Airport
0 transfers

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Bus times from London to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Jun 10

Fastest Journey

3 h 45 m

Average

4 h 3 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

262 km

Of the 5 buses that leave London for Manchester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
01:50PM3h45
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
05:35PMManchester, Airport
371One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
11:00PM4h00
London
03:00AMManchester, Airport
211One-way
0 transfers
06:30AM4h05
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
10:35AMManchester, Airport
461One-way
0 transfers
01:50PM4h10
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
06:00PMManchester
371One-way
0 transfers
12:20PM4h15
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 1, 2, 3
04:35PMManchester, Airport
261One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Coach from London to Manchester

distanceDistance261 km
durationAverage coach duration4 h 30 min
priceAverage coach ticket price€11 (€11)
frequencyCoach frequency1 a day
changesDirect coachYes, there is 1 direct coach a day
carriersCoach companiesNational Express, Megabus, DoggioBus or Flixbus

Coaches from London to Manchester cover the 261 km long journey taking on average 4 h 30 min with our travel partners like National Express, Megabus, DoggioBus or Flixbus. Normally, there is 1 coach operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around €11, you can find the cheapest coach ticket for as low as €7.

Coach companies: FlixBus and National Express London to Manchester

FlixBus and National Express coaches will get you from London to Manchester from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best coach times and tickets for your trip.

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National Express

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

  • Cheapest Price: €7

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the London - Manchester coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from London to Manchester coach information:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 25 min
  • National Express frequency: 1 a day

Buses from London to Manchester

There are plenty of buses to choose from when planning your journey from London to Manchester. The buses leave frequently throughout the day, almost every half an hour and sometimes with multiple buses departing at the same time in different stations. There are also a variety of destination bus stations to choose from, making it easier for you to plan your journey. The bus journey from London to Manchester can take between 3h50 and 6h30, giving you plenty of time to read the on-board magazine. Tickets are generally affordable and there are both direct and stop over buses available, and they operate every day of the week and you can find them on the Omio website.

London to Manchester Bus Time: Daily Departures

The first bus from London to Manchester departs at 07.00 a.m. and there are departures throughout the day from the various stations right up to 00:10 a.m. The last bus takes about five hours and gets you there in the early morning. Buses are very regular throughout the day, leaving every half an hour, and sometimes with multiple buses leaving from different coach and bus stations in London at the same time.

How long is the journey by bus from London to Manchester?

On average, the bus journey from London to Manchester takes about 5 hours, but there are both faster and slower options to consider. The fastest bus to Manchester from London takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and it is operated by Megabus, departing from London Victoria Coach Station, and arriving at Manchester Airport coach station. The slowest bus available is operated by National Express and departs London Victoria Coach station and arrives into Manchester Shudehill Interchange station.

Bus from London to Manchester: man on a coach from London. Source: Shutterstock

What is/are the departure and arrival stations for buses from London to Manchester?

Departure bus station: There are a couple of departure bus stations to choose from when departing London and travelling to Manchester. London Heathrow Coach station is located within terminals 1, 2, and 3 and it is maintained by National Express. It is about 16 miles from the city centre, and it has waiting facilities, toilets, baby changing facilities and a car park. You can find a newsagent, a coffee shop and ATMs and cash points as well as payphones should you need them. The other departure station is London Victoria Coach station which is also operated by National Express. It is about 2 miles from the city centre and it also has toilets, waiting facilities and a coffee shop where you can relax. You can buy snacks or newspapers at the newsagent and there are cashpoints and payphones to use in the station.

Arrival bus station: There are four choices of arrival bus stations to choose from when travelling to Manchester from London. Manchester Airport is about 9 miles from the city centre and it offers ticket machines, and baby changing facilities, as well as the Metrolink to get you into the city. Manchester Victoria Station is less than a mile from the city centre when walking, and is only a short taxi journey away. It has toilets, a café, and luggage trolleys to use but it does not have baby changing facilities. Manchester Coach Station is less than a mile from the city centre as well, and there are taxis that can take you there if you do not want to walk. It has toilets, a newsagent, restaurant where you can buy food, and it has charging points should you need it. It is operated by National Express. Finally, Shudehill Interchange is less than a mile from the city centre, easily walkable, with taxis available to get you thee in about 15 minutes. It has toilets, a newsagent, a travel shop, and it has access to the Metro link too.

Which bus companies travel from London to Manchester?

National Express and Megabus are the providers for the buses from London to Manchester, and they offer plenty of direct and indirect routes, at competitive prices. Both offer journeys throughout the day, and have plenty of departure stations and departure times to choose from, meaning that you can find great, cheap bus tickets from London to Manchester.

Megabus buses from London to Manchester

Megabus offer the fastest bus on this route, travelling from London to Manchester in about 3 hours and 50 minutes. The route departs London Victoria Coach Station and arrives in to Manchester Airport. Megabus offers direct and 1 stop routes, and affordable prices that give you greater flexibility when it comes to planning your journey.

National Express buses from London to Manchester

On average, the National Express bus takes about 5 hours, and it is generally slower than the Megabus when travelling to Manchester from London. It offers a one stop route that stops over in Birmingham, but it takes longer and is more expensive than the usual direct ticket.

Bus London to Manchester: Services on Board

Megabus guarantee you a seat if you reserve your ticket in advance, and there are extra leg room options available. Wifi is free and available to all guests on board, and there are charging points on the seats to make sure that you have the most enjoyable journey possible. You can bring up to 20kg of luggage on board, and there are toilets and air conditioning installed. There is even a coach tracker so you can keep up-to-date with your travel route. National Express allows you to bring up to two 20kg bags on board as well as hand luggage. Wifi is free and available, and when you reserve your ticket, you are guaranteed your seat. Seats are spacious and comfortable and National Express offers an eco-friendly way to travel by bus due to their commitment to providing greener travel.

How to find cheap bus tickets from London to Manchester?

There are a few ways to ensure that you get the best deals when it comes to cheap tickets from London to Manchester. Firstly, we recommend that you try to book your tickets in advance, as this often costs less than if you book your ticket on the same day, or just as you arrive at the coach station. Secondly, if you are flexible about when you depart and when you arrive, you will have more options to consider when it comes to booking your tickets. This means that you can find the best deals out there. Finally, we recommend that you consider taking the slower routes, especially if they require a connection, as they can sometimes be cheaper overall as people pay more to have direct, faster journeys.

Bus from London to Manchester: Castlefield area in Manchester. Source: Shutterstock

To Manchester by bus—travel tips

Manchester is a vibrant city that is truly worth checking out, especially if you have a few hours to yourself. For the sports fan, Manchester is home to two of the biggest football clubs in the world, and it would not be a trip to Manchester without visiting Old Trafford or the Etihad Stadium. You may also be interested in the National Football Museum where you can easily spend a few hours learning about the history of the beautiful game!

For those that are more interested in art or engineering, then we recommend a visit to the Manchester Art gallery, or the Industry Museum, as you can find some truly fascinating things there. If you would like to go shopping during your time in Manchester then you should head to the high street, where you will find all of the latest shops and plenty of cool places to grab a drink. The Manchester Arndale shopping mall is another great place to go shopping. Overall, Manchester has plenty to see and do and is well worth a visit, regardless of whether you are travelling for business or for leasure.

FAQs: Bus from London to Manchester

FAQs: Take the bus from London to Manchester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Manchester.
FAQs
Omio customers have found cheap coach tickets between London and Manchester for as low as €7  for the next 7 days.
The London to Manchester coach ticket price is on average €11  if you are looking to buy your tickets for this trip in the next week.
When travelling this route you should expect the distance from London to Manchester via coach to be approximately 261 km.
On average the London to Manchester coach time is 4 h 30 min  covering the 261 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or travelling on weekends and bank holidays.
When taking a coach from London to Manchester, you can count on National Express, Megabus, DoggioBus or Flixbus for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Manchester from London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, there is 1 direct coach per day from London to Manchester with FlixBus, National Express or Megabus, and you won’t need to change in between. Direct coach services tend to offer more convenience and save you time when travelling to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to before you book your coach ticket.
The average number of coaches departing London for Manchester is 1 a day. The coach schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
If you prefer early morning coaches from London to Manchester, the first coach leaves at 05: 00. If you prefer late night coaches from London to Manchester, the last coach of the day leaves at 23: 30. Omio shows you the latest coach from London to Manchester timetable to help you book the best departure time for this trip.
In general, we recommend booking tickets for coaches in advance to score the best deals from all possible coach companies offering this trip and save money. If you buy coach tickets between London and Manchester within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average €11 one way. To find the best prices for this trip, consider booking your coach ticket from London to Manchester a few months in advance.
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