The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD)
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 27 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD) will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD) you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £43, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 250 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price |
9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD) coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:05 Manchester Airport The Station | 8h00 | 08:05 London Paddington (PAD) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:00 Manchester Airport The Station | 4h10 | 11:10 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:55 Manchester Airport The Station | 4h26 | 14:21 London Paddington (PAD) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 09:55 Manchester Airport The Station | 4h26 | 14:21 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:10 Manchester Airport The Station | 4h41 | 16:51 London Paddington (PAD) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD) by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD)
Buses from Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 12:40, the last at 16:15. The fastest coach covers the 250 km distance in 6h 1m.
Distance 250 km |
Average bus duration 8h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 1m |
First bus 12:40 |
Last bus 16:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD)You can travel by bus between Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD) with National Express 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 to London Paddington (PAD) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to London Paddington (PAD) 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 Paddington (PAD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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