Bus from Manchester to London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to London on December 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National ExpressBus
    		Coach Station
    		Victoria Coach StationCheapest
    National ExpressBus
      		Coach Station
      		Golders GreenFastest
      National ExpressBus
        		Coach Station
        		Victoria Coach StationNo tags
        MegabusBus
          		Shudehill
          		Finchley RoadNo tags
          FlixbusBus
          		Shudehill
          		Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)No tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:02 AM GMT.

          Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to London

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          3carpool per day
          3h 50mAverage Duration
          163 milesDistance
          11kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average Price$12 - $221Average Duration5h 15m
          6kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average Price$49 - $437Average Duration2h 13m
          6kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average Price$20 - $49Average Duration3h 50m
          11kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to London by bus

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

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

            The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to London start from $12. The average price for this route is around $23. 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 ride from Manchester to London?

            The average bus trip duration from Manchester to London is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 154 miles (247 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by National Express.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 136 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

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

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

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

            A bus trip from Manchester to London generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.

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

            Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

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

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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
          12/16
          $47
          12/17
          $53
          Today
          $22
          12/19
          $30
          12/20
          $28
          12/21
          $26
          12/22
          $30
          12/23
          $26
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to London was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $22

          To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to London, as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from $22 to $121 for a bus ticket from Manchester to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-23.

          Usually FlixBus 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 Manchester to London?

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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