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Bus Manchester to London: Trip Overview

Bus Manchester to London: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$145
Average bus trip duration23h 45m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure3:20 PM
Distance495 miles (797 km)
Latest bus departure3:35 PM

Manchester to London Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures4
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:20PM - 3:35PM
Minimum Price$145
Average Ticket Price$145
Minimum Trip Duration23h35m
Average Bus Trip Duration23h45m
Distance495 miles (797 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Manchester - London

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to London without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

Traveling from Manchester to London takes around 23h 45m on average, but you can get there in as little as 23h 35m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 494 miles (796 km) that separate the two cities.

Manchester and London are 494 miles (796 km) apart.

About 4 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound. The number of buses running from Manchester to London may change based on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Manchester to London by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates from 3:20 PM for the initial departure and runs until 3:35 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from Manchester to London start their journey at MHT Airport and wind up at Intercity Bus Terminal, 101 York Street, London. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. With prices starting at $145, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

The bus ticket costs $145 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $145 and $180, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in London, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are St Paul's Cathedral, London Mithraeum, The National Gallery, Hampton Court Palace and The British Museum.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Manchester to London. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Manchester to London.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Manchester to London, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Manchester to London will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Manchester to London, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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Bus from London to Manchester

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