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Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to London

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Cheapest

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

Cheapest
Megabus
16:205h05
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
21:25London, Victoria Coach Station
£121One-way
0 changes
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
15:404h55
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
20:35London
£141One-way
0 changes
2nd Cheapest
FlixBus
15:405h30
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
21:10London, Victoria Coach Station
£141One-way
0 changes
National Express
16:454h55
Manchester, Coach Station
21:40London, Victoria Coach Station
£141One-way
0 changes
National Express
17:454h40
Manchester, Coach Station
22:25London, Victoria Coach Station
£141One-way
0 changes

Manchester to London bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday 4 November
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
National Express02:45 Manchester, Coach Station5h35 08:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus02:45 Manchester5h15 08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus02:45 Manchester4h40 07:25 London0 changesDirect
National Express05:15 Manchester, Coach Station5h05 10:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
Megabus05:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h30 10:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesDirect
Megabus05:55 Manchester, Airport4h55 10:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesDirect
National Express06:15 Manchester, Coach Station5h05 11:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus07:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4h15 11:15 London0 changesDirect
FlixBus07:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4h50 11:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
National Express07:15 Manchester, Coach Station5h05 12:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
National Express08:20 Manchester, Coach Station5h00 13:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
Megabus08:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h30 14:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesDirect
FlixBus09:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h05 14:25 London0 changesDirect
FlixBus09:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h40 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
Megabus09:25 Manchester, Airport4h55 14:20 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 changesDirect
National Express09:30 Manchester, Coach Station4h50 14:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
National Express10:15 Manchester, Coach Station4h50 15:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
National Express11:00 Manchester, Coach Station5h05 16:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus11:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4h25 15:35 London0 changesDirect
FlixBus11:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h00 16:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
National Express11:45 Manchester, Coach Station5h05 16:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
National Express12:45 Manchester, Coach Station4h55 17:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
National Express13:30 Manchester, Coach Station5h00 18:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus13:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h35 19:15 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus13:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h00 18:40 London0 changesDirect
National Express14:00 Manchester, Coach Station6h20 20:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus15:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4h25 19:25 London0 changesDirect
FlixBus15:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h00 20:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus15:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4h55 20:35 London0 changesDirect
FlixBus15:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h30 21:10 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
National Express15:45 Manchester, Coach Station5h15 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
Megabus16:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h05 21:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus16:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange6h30 23:10 London1 change
FlixBus16:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h25 22:05 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus16:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4h50 21:30 London0 changesDirect
National Express16:45 Manchester, Coach Station4h55 21:40 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
Megabus17:00 Manchester, Airport4h25 21:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
National Express17:45 Manchester, Coach Station4h40 22:25 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus18:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h19 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
FlixBus18:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4h55 23:35 London0 changesDirect
National Express19:15 Manchester, Coach Station4h30 23:45 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
Megabus19:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4h40 00:00 London0 changesDirect
Megabus19:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h10 00:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
Megabus19:55 Manchester, Airport4h05 00:00 London0 changesDirect
Megabus19:55 Manchester, Airport4h35 00:30 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
Megabus20:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange5h15 01:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
Megabus20:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4h45 01:05 London0 changesDirect
Megabus20:55 Manchester, Airport4h40 01:35 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
Megabus20:55 Manchester, Airport4h10 01:05 London0 changesDirect
National Express21:45 Manchester, Coach Station7h00 04:45 London, Victoria Coach Station2 changes
National Express23:40 Manchester, Coach Station7h10 06:50 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect
National Express23:40 Manchester, Coach Station6h40 06:20 London, Victoria Coach Station0 changesDirect

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Bus times from Manchester to London

Showing times and prices for 04 Nov

Fastest Journey

4 h 5 m

Average

5 h 7 m

Buses per day

52

Distance

262 km

Of the 52 buses that leave Manchester for London every day 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Megabus
19:554h05
Manchester, Airport
00:00London
£271One-way
0 changes
2nd Fastest
Megabus
20:554h10
Manchester, Airport
01:05London
£271One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
07:004h15
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
11:15London
£231One-way
0 changes
Megabus
17:004h25
Manchester, Airport
21:25London, Victoria Coach Station
£301One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
15:004h25
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
19:25London
£151One-way
0 changes

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Overview: Coach from Manchester to London

distanceDistance162 miles
durationAverage coach duration4 h 15 min
priceAverage coach ticket price£15 (€17)
frequencyCoach frequency77 a day
changesDirect coachYes, there are 57 direct coaches a day
carriersCoach companiesMegabus, National Express or FlixBus

Coaches from Manchester to London cover the 162 miles long journey taking on average 4 h 15 min with our travel partners like Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Normally, there are 77 coaches operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest coach tickets for this trip for as low as £7, but the average price of coach tickets is £15. Travellers depart most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.

Coach companies: Megabus, National Express and DoggioBus Manchester to London

You can travel by coach between Manchester and London with Megabus, National Express and DoggioBus for as low as £7. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

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 - 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 to London coach information:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 10 min
  • Cheapest Price: £14
  • National Express frequency: 1 a day

Buses from Manchester to London

Taking a trip from Manchester to London is a popular trip for many visitors and locals. Thanks to the popularity of this route, you'll find numerous buses operating this route daily. Your train will travel from one of four stations in Manchester and make its way to one of two stations in London. There are direct trips without a changeover en route and routes with a single stopover along the way at Birmingham Station. The most popular options are direct routes with an average travel time of around 5 h. If you're taking a bus from Manchester to London, you'll travel with one of the two major companies.

Manchester to London Bus Time: Daily Departures

Thanks to the popularity of trips from Manchester to London, you'll be glad to find more than 30 bus routes operating between these two cities daily. Buses start as early as 2:30 a.m. approx each day and run a couple of times an hour from then until around 11:50 p.m. every evening. Megabus operate the most frequent journeys, with nearly 20 trips between these cities daily. The second bus company is National Express, which has close to 10 trips a day, starting around 4:00 a.m. each morning and running until aproximately 11:50 p.m. when the last bus leaves the station.

How long is the journey by bus from Manchester to London?

Your travel time between Manchester and London largely depend on which bus you take and the length of the route. Megabus usually offers the quickest route, with buses running between Manchester Shudehill Interchange and London Heathrow International Airport. The next quickest route is usually between Manchester Airport and London Victoria Coach Station. Both of these options tend to take around 4 h. These are direct routes without changeovers. If you're taking a Megabus bus from Manchester Victoria Station to London Victoria Station, expect your travel time to be around 4h 35min. National Express buses between these same stations tend to take close to 4h 50 min for direct journeys. If you're hopping on a National Express bus travelling from Manchester Coach Station to London Victoria with a stopover in Birmingham en route, your travel time will usually be around 6h 5min.

Buses from Manchester to London: Hulme Arch and Beetham Tower in Manchester. Source: Shutterstock

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Manchester to London?

Departure bus station:If you're taking a bus from Manchester to London, you'll have the choice of four different departure stations. All National Express buses will travel between Manchester Coach Station and London Victoria Station. Megabus operates out of Manchester Shudehill, Manchester Airport, and Manchester Victoria station. Manchester Coach Station is the main bus station in the city, offering guests a variety of amenities, including disabled assistance, information desks, accessible and standard toilets, and shopping and dining opportunities. Manchester Airport is the next most popular departure station, located further away from the city centre but easily accessible by public transport. Although the airport station doesn't have facilities, you'll have access to everything inside the airport, including shopping and dining opportunities, souvenir shops, free WiFi, cash machines and more.

Arrival bus station:Your arrival station in London will either be London Victoria Station, one of the major train stations in the city, or London Heathrow International Airport. London Victoria Station is the most popular choice for these journeys as it's closer to the city centre and easily accessible to the rest of the city through the Metro, the subway, trains, taxis, and buses. London Victoria is the second busiest station in the city. It offers travellers a choice of services and amenities, including cash machines, luggage storage, payphones, refreshment facilities, shops, and accessible toilets. London Heathrow is one of the largest and busiest airports in the world. The buses stop at Terminals 1, 2, and 3, and although there are no facilities specific to the station, you'll have the choice of facilities available at the airport.

Which bus companies travel from Manchester to London?

If you're taking a bus from Manchester to London, one of two bus companies will handle your bus. The most popular option is Megabus, which operates close to 20 buses a day starting as early as 02:30 a.m. each morning until almost midnight every evening. All Megabus routes are direct routes between Manchester and London. At the same time, National Express, the other bus company, provides routes between Manchester Coach Station and London Victoria Station that include direct trips and trips with a changeover in Birmingham en route.

Megabus buses from Manchester to London

Megabus operate the most frequent journeys between Manchester and London. You'll find upwards of 20 trips a day starting as early as 2:30 a.m. every morning. These buses are all direct routes and operate from one of three stations in Manchester to one of two stations in London. Your travel time will depend on your route, with an average travel time of around 4h 30min.

National Express buses from Manchester to London

National Express is one of the country's leading bus companies and operates close to 10 trips from Manchester Coach Station to London Victoria Station every day. These journeys start around 4:10 a.m. each morning and run until close to 12:00 a.m. every day. Most of these routes are direct trips between the two stations, but there are a couple of options every day with a single changeover in Birmingham en route. The average travel time for a direct trip will be around 5h, while the route with a stopover increases to around 6h.

Bus Manchester to London: Services on Board

When travelling on a bus from Manchester to London, you'll only have one type of ticket class available. All tickets allow you to travel with two medium-sized stowaway bags or one large one weighing no more than 20kg, as well as carry-on luggage like a laptop bag or handbag. You will only be able to take service animals with you when travelling, and you'll need to provide all of the information, certificates, and proof that they're a service animal. If you're travelling with a disability, all bus companies offer assistance. We recommend calling 48h in advance to ensure you get the help you need.

How to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester to London?

There are several ways to ensure you pick up the cheapest tickets available and travel efficiently. Check out the Omio Magazine for tips on travelling efficiently. Searching on Omio gives you the chance to filter according to price, and you'll receive information from numerous online sources. Try booking as far in advance as possible to pay the cheapest rates for the tickets, and if you book with flexible dates, you could pick up better deals on different days. If you're a senior citizen or student, make sure to enquire about discounts afforded to you.

Buses from Manchester to London: friends travelling by coach to London. Source: Shutterstock

To London by bus —travel tips

London is one of the most popular cities in the world to visit. The city is the capital of England and the UK and has a history that dates back to the Roman Empire, with a variety of things to do in the city, places to see and food to try. There is no shortage of things to do while visiting London. Take advantage of everything the city has to offer and try out these things on your next visit. Wander through Hyde Park, one of the most well-known parks in the world, check out the London Eye and visit one of the trendiest areas in the city, Shoreditch.

FAQs: Manchester to London coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Manchester 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 to London.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to London can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to London is £15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Manchester to London is on average 4 h 15 min   for the 162 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Manchester and London by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Manchester to London leaves at 00: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Manchester to London leaves at 23: 56.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to London without having to change trains with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. There are 57 direct coaches from Manchester to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Manchester to London, you can count on Megabus, National Express or FlixBus for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Manchester, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street. When arriving in London, you can end your route in coach stations like London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Golders Green Station, Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at London, Victoria Coach Station, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester to London is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to London from Manchester including taking a train, coach or flight.
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