- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$14
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$25
Fastest journey on Sep 08
3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
3 h 51 m
Buses on Sep 08
83
Distance
262 km
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.
The average ticket from Manchester to London will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 83 buses from Manchester to London, including 73 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest buses will take 4 h 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a flight costs an average of $229.
Distance: 162 miles (262 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price | $229 Average price | $103 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to London:
A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to London costing on average $50.
A bus is $209 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to London costing on average $229.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 12m.
Bus takes on average 3h 37m.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (3h 37m by bus vs 4h 11m by car) and save roughly $83 compared to fuel and tolls ($20 vs $103). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, DoggioBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 6h16 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to London buses for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h30 | 5:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h55 | 5:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 1:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h55 | 7:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 1:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h40 | 7:00 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX590 | 1:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h15 | 7:35 PM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h35 | 6:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 5h10 | 6:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h10 | 6:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h45 | 6:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h05 | 6:15 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h40 | 6:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 2:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h00 | 7:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 2:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h45 | 7:25 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 5h30 | 9:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h55 | 8:25 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 3:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 8:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 3:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h05 | 8:35 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 3:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h25 | 7:55 PM London, Golders Green Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 3:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h50 | 9:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 3:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h35 | 9:15 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX400 | 3:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h20 | 10:00 PM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
NX540 | 4:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h55 | 9:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 4:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h40 | 9:35 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h20 | 10:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h45 | 10:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h25 | 10:25 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h00 | 10:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 6:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h50 | 10:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 6:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h35 | 10:35 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 6:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h05 | 10:05 PM London, Golders Green Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 11:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 · NXA6 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h19 | 1:49 AM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
NX540 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 11:40 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX422 | 11:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h10 | 6:50 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX422 | 11:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h35 | 6:15 AM London, Golders Green Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX424 | 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h35 | 6:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX424 · NXA1 | 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h47 | 7:42 AM London, Marble Arch | 1 transfer | |
NX424 · NX422 | 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h20 | 6:15 AM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 6h16 | 6:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 5h51 | 5:50 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 5h30 | 5:50 AM London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 5h55 | 6:15 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 | 2:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h55 | 8:40 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX421 | 2:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h40 | 8:25 AM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h35 | 7:25 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 5h10 | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h20 | 9:20 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h55 | 9:55 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 5:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h05 | 10:20 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 5:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h50 | 10:05 AM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 5:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 9:25 AM London, Golders Green Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h10 | 10:10 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h45 | 10:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h25 | 10:45 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h50 | 10:10 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 7:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h45 | 1:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX400 | 7:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h20 | 1:45 PM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 | 7:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h30 | 12:55 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h05 | 11:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h40 | 12:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h45 | 11:35 AM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h20 | 12:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h35 | 1:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h00 | 1:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 9:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h50 | 1:50 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 9:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h35 | 1:35 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 · NXA1 | 9:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h20 | 3:20 PM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 | 9:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h55 | 3:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 9:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h40 | 3:00 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 6h40 | 4:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 6h05 | 3:35 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h05 | 2:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h40 | 2:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h45 | 2:05 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 4h20 | 2:40 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 · NX400 | 10:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h55 | 4:15 PM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h10 | 3:40 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h45 | 4:15 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 11:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h50 | 4:20 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 | 11:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h35 | 4:05 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 · NXA1 | 11:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h50 | 6:20 PM London, Golders Green Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 | 12:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h45 | 6:10 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | 12:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h30 | 5:55 PM London, Marble Arch | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h10 | 5:00 PM London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 4h45 | 5:35 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Manchester to London run on average 63 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 59 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 63 |
Direct buses 59 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of London — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London trip today.
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Victoria Coach Station -> Oxford Circus, 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
.On the Manchester - London route, National Express buses travel daily.
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
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.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to London 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to London buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). Use this guide to compare Manchester and London bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. ATMs are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Accessible for wheelchairs.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Marble Arch is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Marble Arch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at London, Marble Arch. ATMs are available at London, Marble Arch.
Ticket office support is available at London, Marble Arch.
Available at London, Marble Arch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Marble Arch: Wheelchair accessible stop.
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