- Must visit
Science and Industry Museum
Major museum on the site of the world’s oldest surviving passenger railway station, covering Manchester’s industrial, scientific and computing heritage.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Buses per day
78
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 78 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Manchester on Thu, May 28, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 254 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price | $232 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester:
A bus is $116 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester costing on average $151 (€122).
A bus is $197 (€159) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester costing on average $232 (€187).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 34m.
Bus takes on average 5h 18m.
Tickets start at around $35 (€28) compared to roughly $105 (€85) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $70 (€56). The journey takes 5h 18m versus 3h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 7h36 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Manchester buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX210 · NX421 | Delayed 2:25 PM 12:35 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 7h00 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX421 | Delayed 5:10 AM 1:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h35 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA40 · NX540 | Delayed 4:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 8h05 | 1:25 PM 1:25 PMManchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX210 · NX121 | On time 5:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 7h50 | 1:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX032 · NX540 | Delayed 5:25 PM 5:45 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h25 | 1:25 PM 1:25 PMManchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX540 | Delayed 9:45 AM 6:00 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h10 | 1:25 PM 1:25 PMManchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h30 | 11:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h10 | 11:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX540 | 7:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 6h50 | 1:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX121 | Delayed 2:25 PM 7:15 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h45 | 1:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX121 | On time 7:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h20 | 1:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 8:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h45 | 1:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h35 | 1:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX230 · NX540 | Delayed 2:00 PM 8:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h20 | 1:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h45 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h15 | 1:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 · NX540 | 8:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h55 | 2:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX540 | 8:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 5h45 | 2:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX540 | Delayed 3:30 PM 9:30 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h10 | 2:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX230 · NX540 | On time 9:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 6h40 | 4:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX210 · NX541 | Delayed 2:25 PM 10:15 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h50 | 4:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 10:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h05 | 4:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX541 | On time 10:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h25 | 4:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | Delayed 2:00 PM 10:50 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h40 | 4:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h35 | 5:35 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX409 · NX541 | On time 11:10 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h35 | 5:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX230 · NX540 | 11:55 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h05 | 6:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX409 · NX541 | On time 12:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h45 | 5:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | Delayed 2:00 PM 12:20 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h40 | 6:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 1:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h30 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 1:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 6h20 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX120 | Delayed 2:25 PM 1:35 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h40 | 8:30 PM 8:30 PMManchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | Delayed 2:00 PM 1:40 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h50 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX120 | Delayed 2:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h15 | 8:30 PM 8:30 PMManchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h30 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX240 · NX210 · NX541 | On time 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 7h25 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 2:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h10 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h20 | 8:45 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 2:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h35 | 9:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h00 | 8:45 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | On time 3:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h10 | 9:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX541 | On time 3:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h10 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX540 | 3:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h20 | 10:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h40 | 9:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h10 | 10:00 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX540 | 4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 6h10 | 10:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX410 · NX541 | On time 4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h35 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h20 | 9:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h50 | 10:00 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h25 | 10:50 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · NX540 | On time 4:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h40 | 10:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX120 | On time 4:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h20 | 10:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h00 | 10:50 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX120 | On time 5:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h55 | 10:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | 5:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h20 | 11:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX540 | On time 5:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h55 | 11:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX210 · NX181 | On time 5:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 7h25 | 1:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX210 · NX541 | On time 6:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h20 | 12:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX541 | On time 6:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h55 | 12:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX181 | On time 7:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h50 | 1:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX230 · NX410 · NX541 | On time 7:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 6h10 | 1:40 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 2 transfers | |
NX210 · NX181 | On time 7:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h25 | 1:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX032 · NX540 | On time 8:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 6h10 | 2:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX410 · NX541 | On time 8:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h10 | 1:40 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX202 · NX424 | On time 8:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 9h25 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h05 | 3:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h45 | 3:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX727 · NX424 | 11:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 7h00 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h40 | 5:50 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
NX210 · NX424 | On time 11:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h45 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX421 | On time 11:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 7h50 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h55 | 5:50 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
NX025 · NX421 | On time 11:59 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 7h36 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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NX424 | 12:15 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h50 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 5h05 | 5:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 · NX421 | 12:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 7h00 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h30 | 6:10 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h10 | 5:50 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 4h45 | 5:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX210 · NX421 | 1:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 6h35 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester run on average 63 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 63 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 4:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Manchester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Manchester trip today.
Major museum on the site of the world’s oldest surviving passenger railway station, covering Manchester’s industrial, scientific and computing heritage.
University museum with renowned collections in natural history, archaeology and world cultures, recently redeveloped and widely praised.
Popular museum telling the story of football through trophies, memorabilia and interactive displays in the city centre.
Manchester’s best-known creative district, packed with street art, independent shops and a strong music and nightlife identity.
Canal-side conservation area with Roman roots, converted warehouses, bridges and some of the city’s most atmospheric walks.
Famous street in the Gay Village, known for cultural significance, nightlife and role in modern Manchester identity.
A classic Manchester dessert with a shortcrust pastry shell, raspberry jam, custard, coconut, and a cherry on top. It is one of the city’s best-known traditional sweet treats.
A famous Greater Manchester pastry made with flaky pastry filled with currants, butter, and sugar. It is strongly associated with the Manchester area and widely loved across the North West.
A traditional Lancashire and Greater Manchester snack of slow-cooked black badger peas, often served with vinegar. It is a simple local street-food style dish with deep regional roots.
A highly regarded steak and British seafood restaurant set in a former courthouse. It is known for excellent ingredients, strong service, and a smart but relaxed atmosphere.
A popular casual spot for Indian street food and craft beer, known for flavorful vegetarian dishes and a lively atmosphere near the city centre.
A celebrated fine dining restaurant in central Manchester, known for refined modern British cooking and polished service in an elegant historic setting.
Generally cheaper than London. Hotels vary by match days and events, while food, transport, and pubs are mid-priced.
Service charge is uncommon outside upscale venues. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is appreciated for good service. Round up taxis. No tip is expected for pubs, takeaways, or counter service.
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Manchester Airport -> Manchester Piccadilly
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