Manchester Airport (MAN) to London bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London

Showing times and prices for 20 Mar

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

4 h 20 m

Average duration

4 h 30 m

Buses per day

Distance

253 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

Of the 19 buses that leave Manchester Airport (MAN) for London every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.

Cheapest

15:105h35

Manchester, Airport

20:45London, Victoria Coach Station

£221One-way

1 change

Cheapest

15:105h00

Manchester, Airport

20:10London

£221One-way

1 change

2nd Cheapest

16:256h15

Manchester, Airport

22:40London, Victoria Coach Station

£221One-way

1 change

2nd Cheapest

13:156h05

Manchester, Airport

19:20London, Victoria Coach Station

£221One-way

1 change

03:506h30

Manchester, Airport

10:20London, Victoria Coach Station

£231One-way

1 change

Manchester Airport (MAN) to London bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday 20 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
National Express NX422 National ExpressNX422	00:05 Manchester, Airport	6h45	06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX424 National ExpressNX424	00:05 Manchester, Airport	6h15	06:20 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
MegabusMegabus	02:10 Manchester, Airport	4h20	06:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX170 National ExpressNX170	03:50 Manchester, Airport	6h30	10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX181 National ExpressNX181	04:30 Manchester, Airport	6h35	11:05 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	06:40 Manchester, Airport	4h40	11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX120 National ExpressNX120	08:00 Manchester, Airport	5h40	13:40 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	09:55 Manchester, Airport	4h25	14:20 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	12:10 Manchester, Airport	4h40	16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX120 National ExpressNX120	13:15 Manchester, Airport	6h05	19:20 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX121 National ExpressNX121	15:00 Manchester, Airport	5h50	20:50 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	15:10 Manchester, Airport	5h35	20:45 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	15:10 Manchester, Airport	5h00	20:10 London	1 change
National Express NX540 National ExpressNX540	16:15 Manchester, Airport	4h45	21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX120 National ExpressNX120	16:25 Manchester, Airport	6h15	22:40 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
MegabusMegabus	17:00 Manchester, Airport	4h25	21:25 London, Victoria Coach Station	0 changesDirect
National Express NX121 National ExpressNX121	18:10 Manchester, Airport	5h20	23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
National Express NX120 National ExpressNX120	22:15 Manchester, Airport	6h30	04:45 London, Victoria Coach Station	2 changes
National Express NX171 National ExpressNX171	22:25 Manchester, Airport	9h55	08:20 London, Victoria Coach Station	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London

Buses from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London run on average 32 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

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

252 km

Average bus duration

6h 9m

Cheapest ticket price

£10

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

4h 5m

First bus

03:50

Last bus

22:25

Price information

Coach companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus Manchester Airport (MAN) to London

Travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London from £7 with Omio’s coach partners Megabus, National Express and FlixBus! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Manchester Airport (MAN) - London coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London coach information:

Average Duration: 5 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: £16
National Express frequency: 10 a day

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London coach information:

Average Duration: 6 h 20 min
Cheapest Price: £33

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MAN) to London coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London.

Cheap coach tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester Airport (MAN) to London is £22; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester Airport (MAN) to London coach travel time is 4 h 5 min for the 156 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London leaves at 07: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London leaves at 21: 25.

Yes, there are 16 direct coaches a day from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London with Megabus or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Take the Manchester Airport (MAN) to London coach with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip to London from Manchester Airport (MAN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

A trip to London from Manchester Airport (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London including taking a train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MAN) and London

Manchester

London

The major coach station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to London.

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