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Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 20 Jan

Cheapest

£34

Average

£36

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest

00:406h10

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

06:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange

£341One-way

0 changes

2nd Cheapest

04:357h40

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

12:15Manchester, Coach Station

£351One-way

2 changes

04:058h10

London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4

12:15Manchester, Coach Station

£361One-way

2 changes

10:356h55

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

17:30Manchester

£371One-way

1 change

10:357h15

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

17:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange

£371One-way

1 change

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday 20 January

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	00:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	6h10	06:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 changesDirect
National Express NXA40 National ExpressNXA40	04:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	8h10	12:15 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX460 National ExpressNX460	04:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	7h40	12:15 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	05:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h30	12:20 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX707 National ExpressNX707	06:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h40	12:20 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	07:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h20	13:20 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	07:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h55	14:10 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	07:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h55	14:10 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	07:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h50	13:20 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	08:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h40	15:00 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	08:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h40	14:10 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX240 National ExpressNX240	09:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h50	15:50 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX210 National ExpressNX210	09:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h30	15:00 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	09:55 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h30	16:25 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX707 National ExpressNX707	10:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h45	15:50 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	10:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	7h15	17:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	1 change
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	10:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	6h55	17:30 Manchester	1 change
National Express NX210 National ExpressNX210	11:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h25	16:25 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	11:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	7h00	18:05 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	11:05 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	7h00	18:05 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	11:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	8h20	19:35 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	12:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h45	18:05 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX210 National ExpressNX210	12:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	7h05	19:35 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	13:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h45	19:55 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX202 National ExpressNX202	13:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	7h30	21:20 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX707 National ExpressNX707	14:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h55	19:55 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	15:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	6h20	21:20 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX240 National ExpressNX240	16:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h00	22:00 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	16:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h55	23:10 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX240 National ExpressNX240	16:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h30	22:00 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	17:35 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h20	23:55 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX210 National ExpressNX210	18:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h10	23:10 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	18:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h25	23:55 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX707 National ExpressNX707	18:45 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h40	00:25 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	19:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	6h15	01:45 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	20:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	5h45	01:45 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX202 National ExpressNX202	20:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	9h05	05:45 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX202 National ExpressNX202	20:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	9h05	05:45 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX205 National ExpressNX205	22:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4	7h30	06:00 Manchester, Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX230 National ExpressNX230	23:00 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	6h45	05:45 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX210 National ExpressNX210	23:59 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3	6h01	06:00 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
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Bus times from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 20 Jan

Fastest Journey

5 h 10 m

Average

6 h 35 m

Buses per day

Distance

254 km

Of the 41 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport (LHR) for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

18:005h10

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

23:10Manchester, Coach Station

£481One-way

1 change

2nd Fastest

11:005h25

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

16:25Manchester, Coach Station

£521One-way

1 change

2nd Fastest

18:305h25

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

23:55Manchester, Coach Station

£551One-way

1 change

16:305h30

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

22:00Manchester, Coach Station

£551One-way

1 change

09:305h30

London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3

15:00Manchester, Coach Station

£661One-way

1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester

Buses from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

254 km

Average bus duration

6h 27m

Cheapest ticket price

£20

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

4h 55m

First bus

00:40

Last bus

23:59

Price information

Coach companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester

Megabus, National Express and FlixBus coaches will get you from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best coach times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach to Manchester from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester coach information:

Average Duration: 5 h 41 min
Cheapest Price: £25

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Coach information from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 6 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: £31
FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester coach

FAQs: Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester.

Cheap coach tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester is £36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The coach time from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester is on average 4 h 55 min for the 157 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester leaves at 03: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester leaves at 22: 59.

Yes, it is possible to travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester without having to change trains with Megabus or FlixBus. There are 10 direct coaches from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a coach from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester, you can count on Megabus, National Express or FlixBus for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Manchester from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

A trip to Manchester from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester by coach is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Manchester from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) including taking a coach, train or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Manchester

London

Manchester

The major coach station for departures in London is London Heathrow Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Heathrow Airport for your trip from London to Manchester.

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