How much is the bus ticket from London to Manchester?

The cheapest bus tickets from London to Manchester start from $11. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from London to Manchester?

The average bus trip duration from London to Manchester is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 164 miles (263 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by National Express .

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 .

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

The earliest bus departs from London to Manchester at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

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

What 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.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from London to Manchester?

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

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.

Bus London to Manchester from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Manchester on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 15m	1:45am	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Golders Green	3h 55m	11:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	5h 35m	7:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 35m	2:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	5h 26m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	5h	7:00pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Golders Green	3h 50m	8:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	5h 35m	7:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 35m	2:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	5h 26m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 50m	1:20pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:45pm	Golders Green	3h 50m	8:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	5h 35m	7:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 35m	2:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	5h 26m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 50m	12:20pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Golders Green	3h 55m	11:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	5h 35m	7:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 35m	2:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	5h 26m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 50m	12:20pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Golders Green	3h 55m	11:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	5h 35m	7:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 35m	2:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	5h 26m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 50m	12:20pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Golders Green	3h 55m	11:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	5h 35m	7:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 35m	2:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	5h 26m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	No tags

Next departures for London to Manchester on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 50m	12:20pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Golders Green	3h 55m	11:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	2:00am	Victoria Coach Station	5h 35m	7:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Victoria Coach Station	4h 35m	2:35pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	5h 26m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:49 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

163 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $150	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$50 - $434	Average Duration2h 11m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $49	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in London and Manchester?

Stops in London

A
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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B
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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C
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
Old Kent Rd
The Old Fire Station, Old Kent Rd, London SE1 5UE, UK
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Stops in Manchester

A
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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B
Manchester Airport
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C
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,737 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

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

Umair K.

September 19, 2025

I had a wonderful trip, ßs and longing to enjoy another trip with National express

Stanley S.

March 3, 2025

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

Mostafa Ali H.

February 15, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,462 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Anthony S.

August 24, 2025

Type c cable was not there

Karthik R.

October 6, 2025

30 min delay

Deqa Rabi K.

March 11, 2025

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

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.

Edith I.

September 17, 2024

The bus environment was dirty, especially toilet vey dirty. The bus driver did not stop at any services despite he was told.

Kudirat O.

August 30, 2024

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

Jyoti R.

June 27, 2024

The Airline

4.5/5307 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

Wifi4.1

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from London to Manchester by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from London to Manchester?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Manchester start from $11. The average price for this route is around $24. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from London to Manchester?
The average bus trip duration from London to Manchester is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 164 miles (263 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by National Express.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from London to Manchester at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Manchester?
A bus trip from London to Manchester generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Manchester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company The Airline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from London to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is The Airline, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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

11/26

$19

11/27

$28

Today

$15

11/29

$12

11/30

$12

12/01

$11

12/02

$11

12/03

$11

The cheapest trip from London to Manchester was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $11

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 $11 to $108 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 $11 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually FlixBus, 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

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 30m	Avg Price$24	Daily Departures127
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 11m	Avg Price$118	Daily Departures19
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time3h 50m	Avg Price$34	Daily Departures3