Bus from London to Manchester: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Manchester on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Victoria Coach Station
    		Coach StationCheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		Golders Green
      		Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)Fastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Coach StationNo tags
        MegabusBus
          		Victoria Coach Station
          		Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)No tags
          FlixbusBus
          		Victoria Coach Station
          		Manchester AirportNo tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Today at 18:58 GMT.

          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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          3carpool per day
          3h 50mAverage duration
          163 milesDistance
          11kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average price£8 - £116Average duration5h 30m
          7kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average price£38 - £336Average duration2h 11m
          6kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average price£15 - £38Average duration3h 50m
          11kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Manchester

          Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Manchester?

            The cheapest coach tickets from London to Manchester start from £8. The average price for this route is around £19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from London to Manchester?

            The average bus journey time from London to Manchester is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 164 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 50m and is operated by National Express.

          3. Which bus companies service the London to Manchester route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 127 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK, The Airline.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Manchester?

            The earliest bus departs from London to Manchester at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Manchester?

            A bus journey from London to Manchester produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. Which is the best bus company from London to Manchester?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is The Airline, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 307 reviews.

          7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Manchester?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company The Airline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Manchester?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is The Airline, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Manchester?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is The Airline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

          Best price found
          28/11
          £17
          29/11
          £27
          Today
          £14
          01/12
          £8
          02/12
          £8
          03/12
          £8
          04/12
          £8
          05/12
          £8
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Manchester was searched and found on 2 Dec 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 2025-12-02.

          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?

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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