London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus

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Cheap bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for Sep 19

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
National Express
04:55AM8h25
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
01:20PMManchester, Coach Station
$391One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
National Express
06:15PM7h30
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
01:45AMManchester, Coach Station
$391One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
National Express
03:50AM8h30
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
12:20PMManchester, Coach Station
$431One-way
1 transfer
National Express
11:45PM12h35
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
12:20PMManchester, Coach Station
$521One-way
1 transfer
National Express
11:10AM8h45
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
07:55PMManchester, Coach Station
$521One-way
1 transfer

Bus schedule from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 19
National Express
03:50AM8h30
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
12:20PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
04:55AM8h25
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
01:20PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
06:50AM7h20
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
02:10PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
Megabus
06:55AM9h45
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
04:40PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange
1 transfer
Megabus
06:55AM9h10
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South
04:05PMManchester, Airport
1 transfer
Megabus
07:05AM9h35
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
04:40PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange
1 transfer
Megabus
07:05AM9h00
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
04:05PMManchester, Airport
1 transfer
National Express
08:00AM7h00
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
03:00PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
09:10AM7h45
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
04:55PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
09:30AM8h10
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
05:40PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
10:55AM7h10
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
06:05PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
11:00AM8h35
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
07:35PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
11:10AM8h45
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
07:55PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
12:30PM8h00
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
08:30PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
01:35PM7h45
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
09:20PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
02:10PM8h30
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
10:40PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
04:55PM7h00
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
11:55PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
06:15PM7h30
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
01:45AMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
09:35PM8h10
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
05:45AMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
10:40PM7h20
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
06:00AMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer
National Express
11:45PM12h35
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
12:20PMManchester, Coach Station
1 transfer

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Bus times from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for Sep 19

Fastest Journey

7 h

Average

8 h 22 m

Buses per day

21

Distance

293 km

It's difficult to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) without transferring at least once.

Fastest
National Express
04:55PM7h00
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
11:55PMManchester, Coach Station
$931One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
National Express
08:00AM7h00
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
03:00PMManchester, Coach Station
$841One-way
1 transfer
2nd Fastest
National Express
10:55AM7h10
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
06:05PMManchester, Coach Station
$981One-way
1 transfer
National Express
06:50AM7h20
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
02:10PMManchester, Coach Station
$931One-way
1 transfer
National Express
10:40PM7h20
London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North
06:00AMManchester, Coach Station
$831One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

distanceDistance182 miles (293 km)
durationAverage bus duration7 h 20 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$42 (€35)
changesDirect busNo
carriersBus providersNational Express or Megabus

Buses from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) cover the 182 miles (293 km) long trip taking on average 7 h 20 min with our travel partners like National Express or Megabus. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $42 (€35), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $28 (€24).

Bus companies: National Express and Megabus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

You can travel by bus to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with National Express and Megabus for as low as $26 (€22). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from London Gatwick Airport (LGW), you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus information with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 7 h 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: $26
  • National Express frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

FAQs: Take the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can start from as little as $28 (€24) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is $42 (€35); 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 Piccadilly (MAN) bus travel time is 7 h 20 min   for the 182 mile (293 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 Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 4: 40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 10: 45 PM.
Take the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus with National Express or Megabus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the trip from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by bus is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a train or bus.

Trains arriving to Manchester Piccadilly

Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
Distance from Manchester Piccadilly to city center
0.5 miles (767 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Manchester Airport
8 miles (13 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached by public transit in about 30 minutes via the Northern and TransPennine Express trains.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
ATM
ATM
There are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Taxi
Taxi
Lockers
Lockers
Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08: 00 to 21: 00.
Dining
Dining
Burger King | Caffè Nero | Carluccio’s | Hotel Chocolat | Starbucks | The Pasty Shop | Costa Coffee | Pret a Manger | Upper Crust | McDonald's | & more
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Hertz | Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Accessibility
Accessibility
There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

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