The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 5 buses that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for London Heathrow Airport on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 254 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €63.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €115 Average price | €157 Average price |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX181 · NX210 | Delayed 4:30 AM 4:10 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h15 | 10:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX181 · NX210 | Delayed 4:30 AM 4:10 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h30 | 3:20 PM 3:20 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX181 · NX210 · NX230 | Delayed 4:30 AM 4:10 AMManchester, Coach Station | 9h00 | 1:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 2 transfers | |
NX540 · NX032 | Delayed 6:35 AM 5:40 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h30 | 12:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX032 | Delayed 6:35 AM 5:40 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h10 | 11:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX030 | Delayed 6:35 AM 5:40 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h30 | 12:20 PM 12:20 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX409 | Delayed 6:35 AM 5:40 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h10 | 11:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | Delayed 6:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h10 | 1:00 PM 1:00 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 6:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h45 | 12:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX210 | Delayed 6:45 PM 7:45 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h00 | 3:20 PM 3:20 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX551 | Delayed 6:45 PM 7:45 AMManchester, Coach Station | 5h35 | 1:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX240 | On time 8:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h40 | 2:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX240 | On time 8:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h50 | 2:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX240 | On time 8:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h10 | 1:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX210 · NX240 | Delayed 6:45 PM 8:40 AMManchester, Coach Station | 7h20 | 4:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 2 transfers | |
NX120 · NX210 | Delayed 6:45 PM 8:40 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h35 | 3:20 PM 3:20 PMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX210 | Delayed 6:45 PM 8:40 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h20 | 3:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX032 | On time 9:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h40 | 4:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX025 | On time 9:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h40 | 4:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX409 | Delayed 6:45 PM 10:00 AMManchester, Coach Station | 5h45 | 3:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX409 · NX035 | Delayed 6:45 PM 10:00 AMManchester, Coach Station | 6h40 | 4:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2 transfers | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 11:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h40 | 5:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 11:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h40 | 4:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 11:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h05 | 5:05 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX210 · NX230 | On time 11:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 8h00 | 7:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 2 transfers | |
NX121 · NX210 | On time 11:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h00 | 5:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX210 | 11:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h45 | 5:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 12:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h40 | 6:25 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 12:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h15 | 6:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX590 · NX210 | On time 2:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h35 | 7:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX590 · NX210 | 2:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 7:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX400 · NX401 | 2:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h15 | 9:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 2 transfers | |
NX540 · NX035 | On time 3:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h45 | 10:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX035 | On time 3:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h25 | 10:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX032 | On time 3:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h45 | 10:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX032 | On time 3:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h25 | 10:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX035 | On time 4:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h10 | 11:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX403 | On time 4:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h25 | 11:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX550 | On time 6:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h10 | 11:55 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX550 · NX025 | On time 6:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h05 | 12:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2 transfers | |
NX120 · NX550 · NXN40 | On time 6:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h40 | 1:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 2 transfers | |
NX120 · NX550 · NX030 | On time 6:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h05 | 12:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 2 transfers | |
NX540 · NXA30 | On time 7:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 8h12 | 3:27 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX035 | On time 7:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h05 | 1:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX035 | On time 7:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h50 | 1:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX032 | On time 7:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h05 | 1:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX032 | On time 7:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h50 | 1:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX210 · NXA40 | On time 9:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h20 | 4:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 2 transfers | |
NX120 · NX210 | On time 9:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h35 | 3:20 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX210 | On time 9:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 3:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX424 · NX210 | 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h40 | 5:35 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX424 · NX210 | On time 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h55 | 5:50 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX424 · NX210 · NX230 | On time 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h05 | 7:00 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4 | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport
Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 37 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 04:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport with Megabus, National Express for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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