Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
4 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
4 h 43 m
Buses on 14 Sept
2
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 2 buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG), including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 263 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a flight costs an average of £112.
Distance: 263 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price | £112 Average Price | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG):
A coach is £57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) costing on average £69.
A coach is £100 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) costing on average £112.
Other travel options to London Bridge (LBG) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 59m.
Coach takes on average 4h 41m.
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £75 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £63. The journey takes 4h 41m versus 4h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) coaches for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX540 | 19:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 23:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX422 | 23:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h10 | 6:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX424 | 23:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h35 | 6:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 6h16 | 6:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 14 September | |||||
![]() | 5:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h45 | 10:20 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h40 | 21:10 London Bridge (LBG) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) run on average 45 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 42 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:00, the last at 15:55. The fastest coach covers the 263 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 263 km |
Average bus duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 45 |
Direct buses 42 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 8:00 |
Last bus 15:55 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Bridge (LBG) 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 Bridge (LBG), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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