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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hendon to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hendon to Manchester will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 1 buses from Hendon to Manchester, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 251 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Hendon to Manchester run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hendon to Manchester.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 07:46AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 07:49AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h31 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 09:07AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 09:09AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 09:13AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h47 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 02:17PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h43 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 02:19PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 07:17PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 4h38 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 07:21PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 4h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator First Bus London | Departure Time 11:22PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 6h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
The table below shows live departures for Hendon to Manchester buses for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 3h40 | 11:10 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h00 | 11:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 7:40 PM London, Golders Green Station | 4h15 | 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX450 · NX540 | 8:35 PM London, Golders Green Station | 5h40 | 2:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 12:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 2:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX422 | 11:35 PM London, Golders Green Station | 6h40 | 6:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX422 · NX424 | 11:35 PM London, Golders Green Station | 6h30 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA2 · NX421 | 11:45 PM London, Golders Green Station | 7h50 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 10:40 AM Hendon | 4h40 | 3:20 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Hendon to Manchester buses use the to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. Use this guide to compare Hendon and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. ATMs are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Accessible for wheelchairs.
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
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