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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport
Showing times and prices for Nov 25
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
284 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Fast buses
Of the 3 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Manchester Airport on Tue, Nov 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 25 the direct buses cover the 284 km distance in an average of 7 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Tue, Nov 25 the slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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.
12:00PM7h15
London Gatwick Airport07:15PMManchester Airport
$231One-way
0 transfers
08:30PM7h55
London Gatwick Airport04:25AMManchester Airport
$391One-way
0 transfers
03:55AM7h55
London Gatwick Airport11:50AMManchester Airport
$411One-way
0 transfers
12:00PM7h15
London Gatwick Airport07:15PMManchester Airport
$231One-way
0 transfers
08:30PM7h55
London Gatwick Airport04:25AMManchester Airport
$391One-way
0 transfers
03:55AM7h55
London Gatwick Airport11:50AMManchester Airport
$411One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 176 miles (284 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €93 Average price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport buses for today, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 3:33 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 PM London Gatwick Airport | 7h55 | 4:25 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 25 | |||||
| 3:55 AM London Gatwick Airport | 7h55 | 11:50 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:00 PM London Gatwick Airport | 7h15 | 7:15 PM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport run on average 25 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:25, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 25 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 05:25 |
Last bus 21:40 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport start from as low as $24 (€19) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $35 (€29) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 25 daily trains from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 6h 0m but the average duration is 6h 15m
Train Operators
- Travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport with National Express and Megabus
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is National Express.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 05:25 AM and the last at 09:40 PM
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport with National Express, Megabus for as low as $24 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
$25 (€20)
National Express frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 0m
Cheapest Price
$66 (€54)
Megabus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
FAQs: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) can start from as little as $15 (€12) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) is $63 (€51); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) bus travel time is 6 h 10 min for the 175 mile (283 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 3: 40AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 9: 35PM.
There are 23 buses a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) which require at least one change with National Express or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
Take the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) bus with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the journey to Manchester Airport (MAN) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) by bus is January.
You have options as you can travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 2 different ways: train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN):
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) for bus company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) depends on the bus company:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN), follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN):
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN):
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN).
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN) with the following bus company: National Express.
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