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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 buses that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for London Gatwick Airport 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 284 km distance in an average of 6 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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.
10:507h25Manchester Airport (MIA)18:15London Gatwick Airport£161One-way0 changes- 13:206h10Manchester Airport (MIA)19:30London Gatwick Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 23:405h35Manchester Airport (MIA)5:15London Gatwick Airport£221One-way0 changes
- 23:405h35Manchester Airport (MIA)5:15London Gatwick Airport£221One-way0 changes
- 13:206h10Manchester Airport (MIA)19:30London Gatwick Airport£181One-way0 changes
- 10:507h25Manchester Airport (MIA)18:15London Gatwick Airport£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 284 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport coaches for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:10 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 5h45 | 14:55 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 6h10 | 20:30 London Gatwick Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport by coach or train
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Why should you book Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport.
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 Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 30 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:10, the last at 21:10. The fastest coach covers the 284 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 284 km |
Average bus duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 30 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 8:10 |
Last bus 21:10 |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport, 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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