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Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to London

Showing times and prices for Oct 09

Cheapest

$14

Average

$15

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

Cheapest

04:20PM5h05

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange

09:25PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$141One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

11:00AM5h05

Manchester, Coach Station

04:05PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$151One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

11:45AM5h05

Manchester, Coach Station

04:50PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$151One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

04:45PM4h55

Manchester, Coach Station

09:40PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$151One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

03:45PM5h15

Manchester, Coach Station

09:00PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$151One-way

0 transfers

Manchester to London bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 9

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Megabus	01:40AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	4h50	06:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	02:10AM Manchester, Airport	4h20	06:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	02:45AM Manchester	5h15	08:00AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	02:45AM Manchester, Coach Station	5h35	08:20AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	02:45AM Manchester	4h40	07:25AM London	0 transfersDirect
National Express	05:15AM Manchester, Coach Station	5h05	10:20AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	05:20AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h30	10:50AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	05:55AM Manchester, Airport	4h55	10:50AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	0 transfersDirect
National Express	06:15AM Manchester, Coach Station	5h05	11:20AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	07:00AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	4h15	11:15AM London	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	07:00AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	4h50	11:50AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	07:15AM Manchester, Coach Station	5h05	12:20PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	08:20AM Manchester, Coach Station	5h00	01:20PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	08:50AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h30	02:20PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	09:20AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h05	02:25PM London	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	09:20AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h40	03:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	09:25AM Manchester, Airport	4h55	02:20PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	0 transfersDirect
National Express	09:30AM Manchester, Coach Station	4h50	02:20PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	10:15AM Manchester, Coach Station	4h50	03:05PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	11:00AM Manchester, Coach Station	5h05	04:05PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:10AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h00	04:10PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:10AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	4h25	03:35PM London	0 transfersDirect
National Express	11:45AM Manchester, Coach Station	5h05	04:50PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	12:45PM Manchester, Coach Station	4h55	05:40PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	01:30PM Manchester, Coach Station	5h00	06:30PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	01:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h35	07:15PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	01:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h00	06:40PM London	0 transfersDirect
National Express	02:00PM Manchester, Coach Station	6h20	08:20PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	02:30PM Manchester, Coach Station	6h20	08:50PM London, Victoria Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	03:00PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	4h25	07:25PM London	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	03:00PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h00	08:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	03:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h30	09:10PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	03:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	4h55	08:35PM London	0 transfersDirect
National Express	03:45PM Manchester, Coach Station	5h15	09:00PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	04:20PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h05	09:25PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	04:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h25	10:05PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	04:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	4h50	09:30PM London	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	04:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	6h30	11:10PM London	1 transfer
National Express	04:45PM Manchester, Coach Station	4h55	09:40PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	05:00PM Manchester, Airport	4h25	09:25PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	05:45PM Manchester, Coach Station	4h40	10:25PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	06:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	4h55	11:35PM London	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	06:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h19	11:59PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	07:15PM Manchester, Coach Station	4h30	11:45PM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	07:20PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h10	12:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	07:20PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	4h40	12:00AM London	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	07:55PM Manchester, Airport	4h35	12:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	07:55PM Manchester, Airport	4h05	12:00AM London	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	08:20PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	4h45	01:05AM London	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	08:20PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	5h15	01:35AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	08:55PM Manchester, Airport	4h40	01:35AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	08:55PM Manchester, Airport	4h10	01:05AM London	0 transfersDirect
National Express	09:45PM Manchester, Coach Station	7h00	04:45AM London, Victoria Coach Station	2 transfers
FlixBus	11:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	6h50	06:30AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	11:40PM Manchester, Coach Station	6h40	06:20AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
National Express	11:40PM Manchester, Coach Station	7h10	06:50AM London, Victoria Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	11:40PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	6h20	06:00AM London	0 transfersDirect
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Bus times from Manchester to London

Showing times and prices for Oct 09

Fastest Journey

4 h 5 m

Average

5 h 10 m

Buses per day

Distance

262 km

Of the 57 buses that leave Manchester for London every day 54 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

07:55PM4h05

Manchester, Airport

12:00AMLondon

$391One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

08:55PM4h10

Manchester, Airport

01:05AMLondon

$391One-way

0 transfers

07:00AM4h15

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange

11:15AMLondon

$241One-way

0 transfers

02:10AM4h20

Manchester, Airport

06:30AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$391One-way

0 transfers

05:00PM4h25

Manchester, Airport

09:25PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station

$391One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Manchester to London

Distance	162 miles (261 km)
Average bus duration	4 h 15 min
Average bus ticket price	$27 (€23)
Bus frequency	73 a day
Direct bus	Yes, there are 54 direct buses a day
Bus providers	Megabus, National Express or FlixBus

Buses from Manchester to London cover the 162 miles (261 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 15 min with our travel partners like Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Normally, there are 73 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $27 (€23), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $9 (€8). Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.

Bus providers: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus from Manchester to London

You can travel by bus to London from Manchester with Megabus, National Express and FlixBus for as low as $9 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Manchester - London bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

Bus information from Manchester to London with National Express:

Average Duration: 6 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $52
National Express frequency: 19 a day

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.

Bus information from Manchester to London with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 4 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: $9
FlixBus frequency: 14 a day

Buses from Manchester to London

On the route numerous direct journeys are offered daily and distributed over the entire day. However, there are also transfers available at Birmingham and London Heathrow Airport. The shortest connections have a journey time of 4:20 hours, the longest 8:30 hours

Which bus companies travel from Manchester to London?

On the Manchester - London route, National Express buses travel daily.

How long does the bus ride from Manchester to London take?

For direct bus journeys from Manchester to London travellers need 4:20 hrs to 6:30 hrs. The longest journey with two transfers at Birmingham and London Heathrow Airport takes 8:30 hrs

How often can I travel by bus from Manchester to London?

In almost every hour there is at least one bus from Manchester to London. Also at night at shortly before 0:00 o'clock and again at 3:00 o'clock and 3:55 o'clock buses depart with destination London in the British city.

Bus stations on the route Manchester - London?

At which bus station does the bus leave Manchester? The Manchester Coach Station is located on central Charlton Street within walking distance of Manchester Piccadilly Station. The Piccadilly Gardens tram stop is less than 0.5km away and has several lines.

At which bus station does the bus arrive in London? The Victoria Coach Station bus stop is right next to Victoria Station. There are several metro lines in the basement of the station.

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to London

FAQs: Take the bus from Manchester to London 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 Manchester to London.

Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to London can start from as little as $9 (€8) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Manchester to London is $27 (€23); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time from Manchester to London is on average 4 h 15 min for the 162 mile (261 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to London from Manchester by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Manchester to London leaves at 2: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Manchester to London leaves at 10: 40 PM.

Yes, there are 54 direct buses a day from Manchester to London with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

For the best Manchester to London bus to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services between Manchester and London to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from Manchester, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street. When arriving in London, you can end your route in bus stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Golders Green Station, London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 and Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to London by bus is May.

You have options as you can travel to London from Manchester 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.