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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
293 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 buses that leave London Gatwick Airport for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 293 km distance in an average of 9 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 293 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price |
6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:30 London Gatwick Airport | 12h50 | 12:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 23 February | |||||
| 03:35 London Gatwick Airport | 8h45 | 12:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:35 London Gatwick Airport | 7h45 | 12:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company or Metrobus to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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Buses from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 18 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 293 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 293 km |
Average bus duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 03:35 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with National Express, Megabus, United Minibuses, Oxford Bus Company, Metrobus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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