Next departures from London to Manchester on 14 November
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Victoria Coach Station
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Golders Green
Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)
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Victoria Coach Station
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Finchley Road
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Next departures from London to Manchester on 15 November
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Victoria Coach Station
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Golders Green
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Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
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Next departures from London to Manchester on 16 November
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Victoria Coach Station
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Golders Green
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Next departures from London to Manchester on 17 November
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Victoria Coach Station
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Golders Green
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Finchley Road
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Next departures from London to Manchester on 18 November
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Victoria Coach Station
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Golders Green
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Finchley Road
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Next departures from London to Manchester on 19 November
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Victoria Coach Station
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Golders Green
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Victoria Coach Station
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Finchley Road
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Next departures from London to Manchester on 20 November
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Victoria Coach Station
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Golders Green
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Victoria Coach Station
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Finchley Road
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Next departures from London to Manchester on 21 November
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Victoria Coach Station
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Golders Green
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Victoria Coach Station
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Victoria Coach Station
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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Manchester
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Passengers have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting comfortable and smooth journeys, polite drivers, and excellent value for money. Many appreciated timely departures and arrivals. However, some reviews mentioned issues such as crowded buses or unclean toilets that could affect comfort levels during travel. Overall satisfaction remains high among travelers who appreciate the convenience offered by this bus service.
National Express London Manchester recent customer reviews
Bus was changed due to some damage. Toilet was not clean. No toilet paper available. Bad odour
2 out of 5 stars
Umair K.
I had a wonderful trip, ßs and longing to enjoy another trip with National express
5 out of 5 stars
Stanley S.
Ridiculous to pay more for a direct connection, only for the driver to stop at some point and tells everyone to get cause he needs to take a break
According to the users, the buses were modern and provided a smooth and safe ride. The drivers were described as friendly, kind, patient, and communicated well with passengers. Additionally, departure and arrival times were excellent or even ahead of schedule in some instances.
Flixbus London Manchester recent customer reviews
2nd driver was late and more importantly didn’t use the microphone. How are we meant to know where we are if if we should get off ? Crazy. Bus was nice and modern. Driving was smooth and safe
Customers generally had a positive experience with the bus service, highlighting its punctuality and comfortable seating. Many appreciated the smooth journey and friendly staff. However, some users mentioned issues such as non-functional WiFi and inconsistent air conditioning during their trips. Overall, passengers were satisfied with their travel experiences despite minor inconveniences.
Megabus London Manchester recent customer reviews
My trip was so disappointing. The bus was smelling because the toilet wasn’t flushing. Again, the sockets weren’t working and as such we couldn’t charge our phones.
2 out of 5 stars
Edith I.
The bus environment was dirty, especially toilet vey dirty. The bus driver did not stop at any services despite he was told.
2 out of 5 stars
Kudirat O.
I booked round trip of mega bus . Outbound was fine however return trip was about 40 minutes late due to this I missed my next bus and I had wait for 2 hours for my next bus. Worst trip ever
Based on 305 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. The Airline ticket prices on this trip start at £55
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Manchester
How far is Manchester from London by coach?
The distance between London and Manchester by coach is approximately 163 miles (263 km).
What is the best way to go from London to Manchester without a car?
The best way to go from London to Manchester without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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12/11
£11
13/11
£11
Today
£10
15/11
£8
16/11
£8
17/11
£8
18/11
£8
19/11
£8
The cheapest trip from London to Manchester was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £8
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £8 to £84 for a bus ticket from London to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-11-17.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from London to Manchester?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from London to Manchester was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £8
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
