The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Longford
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Buses per day
27
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 $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 27 buses that leave Manchester for Longford on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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.
NX540 · NX025
NX540 · NX032
FlixBus · FlixBus
NX540 · NX032
NX540 · NX035
NX421 · NX210
NX120 · NX550
NX120 · NX210
NX540 · NX240
NX540 · NX230Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight 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 €17. 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 €17, and a flight costs an average of €73.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €117 Average price | €175 Average price |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Manchester to Longford Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Live departures
Manchester to Longford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Longford buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:59 PM Manchester | 5h31 | 4:30 AM Longford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
NX421 · NX210 | Delayed 2:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h50 | 9:05 AM 9:05 AMLondon, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX181 · NX210 | On time 4:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h15 | 10:25 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 5:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h25 | 10:40 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 6:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h05 | 12:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX551 | Delayed 8:30 AM 7:30 AMManchester, Coach Station | 5h50 | 1:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX240 | 8:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 1:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX210 | On time 8:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h30 | 3:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 7h50 | 4:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 7h30 | 4:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 7h10 | 4:20 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 7h30 | 4:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX409 | On time 10:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h45 | 3:45 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 7h45 | 6:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 11:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h30 | 4:30 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX121 · NX210 | Delayed 5:55 PM 11:30 AMManchester, Coach Station | 5h45 | 5:15 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 12:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h25 | 6:10 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | On time 1:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h20 | 7:50 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX590 · NX444 | 2:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h40 | 9:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX590 · NX032 | On time 2:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h40 | 9:40 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX025 | On time 3:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h50 | 10:35 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX032 | 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 | |
NX540 · NX032 | On time 7:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h50 | 1:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX035 | On time 7:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h50 | 1:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
NX120 · NX210 | On time 9:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 3:05 AM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Longford
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Manchester to Longford start from as low as $21 (€17) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $39 (€32) depending on the train type and class.
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 $21 (€17). 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.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which is located around 0.5 miles (833 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
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- 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).
- 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
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 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
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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