The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC)
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$50
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$64
Fastest journey on Aug 29
4 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
4 h 33 m
Buses on Aug 29
17
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 17 buses from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC), including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.
12:05 AM6h45Manchester Airport The Station6:50 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)$501One-way0 transfers
12:20 AM6h00Manchester Airport The Station6:20 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)$501One-way0 transfers
7:00 AM4h20Manchester Airport The Station11:20 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)$501One-way0 transfers
9:55 AM4h25Manchester Airport The Station2:20 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)$501One-way0 transfers
12:10 PM4h40Manchester Airport The Station4:50 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)$501One-way0 transfers
7:00 AM4h20Manchester Airport The Station11:20 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)$501One-way0 transfers
9:55 AM4h25Manchester Airport The Station2:20 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)$501One-way0 transfers
4:10 PM4h35Manchester Airport The Station8:45 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)$501One-way0 transfers
12:10 PM4h40Manchester Airport The Station4:50 PMLondon Victoria (VIC)$501One-way0 transfers
4:35 AM4h45Manchester Airport The Station9:20 AMLondon Victoria (VIC)$721One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus for Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $43 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, while a bus costs an average of $43.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC):
A bus is $79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) costing on average $122.
A bus is $378 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) costing on average $421.
Other travel options to London Victoria (VIC) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Bus takes on average 5h 23m.
Tickets start at around $43 compared to roughly $67 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24. The journey takes 5h 23m versus 3h 46m 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 National Express, 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.
Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:10 PM Manchester Airport | 4h35 | 7:45 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Manchester Airport | 6h15 | 10:35 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 PM Manchester Airport | 6h10 | 5:30 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
![]() | 12:05 AM Manchester Airport The Station | 6h45 | 6:50 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 AM Manchester Airport The Station | 6h00 | 6:20 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:35 AM Manchester Airport The Station | 4h45 | 9:20 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Manchester Airport The Station | 4h20 | 11:20 AM London Victoria (VIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Manchester Airport The Station | 5h05 | 1:20 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Manchester Airport The Station | 5h40 | 2:50 PM London Victoria (VIC) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC)
Buses from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 19:15. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 7:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC)You can travel by bus between Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to London Victoria (VIC) 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 London Victoria (VIC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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