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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a flight costs an average of £365.
Distance: 260 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £365 Average Price | £213 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV):
A coach is £198 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) costing on average £213.
A coach is £350 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) costing on average £365.
Other travel options to Manchester Victoria (MCV) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 23m.
Coach takes on average 4h 57m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £35. The journey takes 4h 57m versus 4h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) coaches for today, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:40 London Paddington (PAD) | 4h40 | 15:20 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
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Buses from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 57 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 56 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 14:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest coach covers the 260 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 260 km |
Average bus duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 57 |
Direct buses 56 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 14:00 |
Last bus 19:00 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)You can travel by bus between London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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