London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times and prices for 18 May

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

13 h 30 m

Average duration

13 h 30 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

327 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) 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 Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave London Road (Brighton) (LRB) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 327 km distance in an average of 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 30 m .

The slowest buses will take 13 h 30 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.

  • National Express
    22:5013h30
    London Road (Brighton) (LRB)
    12:20Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    £241One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £120.

Distance: 327 km

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Flight

£23

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£108

Average Price

£126

Average Price

8h 15m

Average total duration

7h 45m

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3h 56m

Average total duration

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Live departures

London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express21:47 London Road (Brighton) (LRB)
8h18
6:05 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2 changes

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) 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, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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Buses from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 19 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 04:00, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 327 km distance in 9h 20m.

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
327 km
Average bus duration
7h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Buses per day
19
Fastest bus
9h 20m
First bus
4:00
Last bus
22:50
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
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

Bus providers: National Express from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with National Express for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 20m
Cheapest Price
£23
National Express frequency
19 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 9h 20m to travel the 327 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 4:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 22:50.
There are 19 coaches a day from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Road (Brighton) (LRB) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London Road (Brighton) (LRB) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Road (Brighton) (LRB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with the following coach company: National Express.

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