The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 3 buses that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for London Heathrow 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 244 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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.






Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £62.
Distance: 244 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price | £142 Average Price |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:45 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 4h45 | 05:30 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
27 Feb
28 Feb
01 Mar
02 Mar
03 Mar
04 Mar
05 Mar
Why should you book Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or National Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow 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 Megabus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow 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 or National Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport
Buses from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 244 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 244 km |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
National Express
Megabus
FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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.
Most popular bus connections from Manchester Airport (MIA)
More options for your journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to London Heathrow Airport
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need



