The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Longford
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Longford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Longford will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 4 buses that leave Manchester for Longford on Sun, Mar 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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 bus, flight, and train for Manchester to Longford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Longford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $95.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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$38 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price | $136 Average price |
6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Longford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Longford buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:45 PM Manchester | 5h10 | 11:55 PM Longford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 12:20 AM Manchester | 5h00 | 5:20 AM Longford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Manchester | 5h35 | 1:20 PM Longford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Longford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, flight and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Longford.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Longford
Buses from Manchester to Longford run on average 28 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest month Nov |
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High season Apr - Jun |
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Busiest day Tue |
Least busy day Tue |
Best day to book ahead 70 days |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Manchester to LongfordYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Longford with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Longford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Longford 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 Longford, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Longford
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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