Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Manchester to Orpington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Orpington 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 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 283 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Orpington bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Orpington coaches for today, Friday 5 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:30 Manchester | 5h30 | 20:00 Orpington | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Manchester to Orpington coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- 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 FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester to Orpington.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Orpington.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Orpington
Buses from Manchester to Orpington run on average 30 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 30 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 283 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 283 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 30 |
Direct buses 30 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Manchester to OrpingtonYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Orpington with FlixBus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Orpington coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Orpington 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 Orpington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Orpington
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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