London to Manchester bus
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4.6Cheap bus tickets from London to Manchester
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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.
Bus schedule from London to Manchester
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Bus times from London to Manchester
Fastest Journey
4 h 15 m
Average
5 h 39 m
Buses per day
59
Distance
262 km
Of the 59 buses that leave London for Manchester every day 47 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Bus from London to Manchester
 Distance | 162 miles (261 km) |
|---|---|
 Average bus duration | 3 h 55 min |
 Average bus ticket price | $29 (€24) |
 Bus frequency | 10 a day |
 Direct bus | Yes, there are 10 direct buses a day |
 Bus providers | Megabus, National Express or FlixBus |
Buses from London to Manchester cover the 162 miles (261 km) long trip taking on average 3 h 55 min with our travel partners like Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Normally, there are 10 buses operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this route for as low as $9 (€8), but the average price of bus tickets is $29 (€24). Travelers depart most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Manchester, Coach Station.
Bus companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus from London to Manchester
Megabus, National Express and FlixBus buses will get you to Manchester from London from $9 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked 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 bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
FlixBus from London to Manchester bus information:
- Average Duration: 4 h 25 min
- Cheapest Price: $12
Buses from London to Manchester
Buses in the United Kingdom are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international routes. Frequent buses from London to Manchester operated by National Express run seven days a week, with a journey time of approximately 5 hours. The first departure is at around 6:00 a.m., with buses every one to two hours until about 11:00 p.m. There are also departures at around 12:30 a.m. and 11:30 p.m. which have a longer journey time of over 6 hours.
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Average prices for buses from London to Manchester when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€24 |
1 Day in Advance |
€21 |
1 Week in Advance |
€16 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€13 |
1 Month in Advance |
€13 |
3 Months in Advance |
€13 |
London to Manchester Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than flying or taking the train, it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 4:40 h to arrive in Manchester.
All London to Manchester buses are run by the National Express.- Most buses are direct, depart from either London's Victoria Coach Station or London's Sutton Rail Station and arrive at Manchester Sackville Street bus station.
- Traveling from London to Manchester by bus takes as little as 4 hours and 40 minutes.
- Most travelers book their London to Manchester bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on London to Manchester buses decrease the further they are booked in advance :
- It is 13% cheaper to book a London to Manchester bus ticket a day in advance as opposed to purchasing a ticket at the station.
- It is 33% cheaper to book a London to Manchester bus ticket 1 week in advance as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
- London to Manchester bus tickets are 46% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a bus ticket the day of.
Taking the Bus from London
National Express buses depart from London Victoria Coach Station, which is conveniently located on the District, Circle and Victoria underground lines. Regular local buses, operated by London Buses, serve the coach station, giving easy access to all parts of London and the city. Regional trains from South London and Sussex arrive at Victoria Station, just a few minutes away by foot. A taxi rank is located outside the station's entrance and London has regular night bus services.
Getting into Manchester by Bus
Manchester with its historical roots stretching back to the Roman occupation has become increasingly popular with visitors in recent years. Much of the city's industrial heritage of the 18th and 19th centuries is visible in its architecture and in several excellent museums, such as the Museum of Science and Industry. Manchester also has plenty to offer visitors who enjoy fine dining and a lively nightlife. The newly refurbished Manchester Chorlton Street Coach Station is conveniently located for both the city and Manchester Piccadilly Train station, a short walk away. Both the Arndale Shopping Centre and Manchester Cathedral are also close by. Trams and local buses, including a regular night bus service, are operated by First Bus. Taxis are available at the coach station.
FAQs: Bus from London to Manchester
When departing from London, you have various bus station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station and London, Golders Green Station. When arriving in Manchester, you can end your journey in bus stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
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