The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
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 £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for London Gatwick Airport every day 2 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 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 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 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 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £58.
Distance: 284 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price |
6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- 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
Buses from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Gatwick Airport run on average 28 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 284 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 284 km |
Average bus duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 28 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 22:15 |
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
FlixBus
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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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