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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Thornton Heath to Manchester
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
6 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Thornton Heath to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornton Heath to Manchester will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
To travel from Thornton Heath to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Thornton Heath to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Thornton Heath to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £190.
Distance: 273 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price | £190 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Thornton Heath to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Thornton Heath to Manchester coaches for today, Monday 19 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:00 Thornton Heath | 5h10 | 19:10 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 19:00 Thornton Heath | 4h30 | 23:30 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 20 January | |||||
| 05:51 Thornton Heath | 6h29 | 12:20 Manchester | 2 changes | |
| 06:16 Thornton Heath | 6h14 | 12:30 Manchester | 2 changes | |
| 06:36 Thornton Heath | 6h24 | 13:00 Manchester | 2 changes | |
| 07:35 Thornton Heath | 6h50 | 14:25 Manchester | 2 changes | |
| 08:37 Thornton Heath | 6h43 | 15:20 Manchester | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Thornton Heath to Manchester
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Buses from Thornton Heath to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 273 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 273 km |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Megabus, Arriva UK from Thornton Heath to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Thornton Heath to Manchester with Megabus, Arriva UK for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Thornton Heath to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornton Heath to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Thornton Heath and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 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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