How to get to Manchester from Düsseldorf

Fri 16 Oct
+ Add return
Travel by coach, flight, train with
Eurowings
FlixBus
KLM
Air France
Lufthansa
1,000+ more
Eurowings
FlixBus
KLM
Air France
Lufthansa
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare coach, flight and train for Düsseldorf to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £109 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £109, while a flight costs an average of £427.

Distance: 661 km

Compare flight with

Most popular
Flight
Coach
Driving

£427

Average Price

£109

Average Price

Cheapest

£73

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 7m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

18h 39m

Average total duration

18h 9m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

10h 32m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

2.0 - 4.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

KLM

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Manchester is a coach with an average price of £109.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Manchester:

A coach is £319 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Manchester costing on average £427.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Manchester is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 7m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Coach takes on average 18h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Manchester including taking a coach, flight and train.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 7h 25m sooner (3h 7m by flight vs 10h 32m by car). Tickets start at around £427 compared to roughly £73 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

Travel options
from Düsseldorf to Manchester

How to get to Manchester from Düsseldorf by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Düsseldorf to Manchester is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • EurowingsEW9340
    6:401h35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    7:15Manchester Airport
    £781One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • EurowingsEW9340
    6:401h35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    7:15Manchester Airport
    £781One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW9340
    6:401h35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    7:15Manchester Airport
    £781One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:0519h55
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    2:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    £1261One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:0523h45
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    5:50Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    £1291One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    19:4519h35
    Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    14:20Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    £1571One-way
    1 change
  • EurowingsEW9342
    14:051h35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    14:40Manchester Airport
    £1241One-way
    0 changes
  • EurowingsEW9344
    18:351h35
    Dusseldorf Airport
    19:10Manchester Airport
    £1241One-way
    0 changes
  • Air FranceAF1607 · AF1168
    11:356h25
    Dusseldorf Airport
    17:00Manchester Airport
    £2561One-way
    1 change

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, coaches, flights and ferries

Compare coach, flight and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Fri
16 Oct
Sat
17 Oct
Sun
18 Oct
Mon
19 Oct
Tue
20 Oct
Wed
21 Oct
Thu
22 Oct

Best day trips from Manchester by train

The most popular day trips by train from Manchester are Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, Chester and York. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Manchester on Omio.

A view of Leeds

Day trip from Manchester to Leeds by train

Why visit Leeds for the day?

Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.

A view of Sheffield

Day trip from Manchester to Sheffield by train

Why visit Sheffield for the day?

Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.

A view of Chester

Day trip from Manchester to Chester by train

Why visit Chester for the day?

Chester is known for its Roman walls, medieval streets and the distinctive black-and-white Rows. Compact and walkable, it blends deep history with a relaxed riverside setting and a lively city centre.

A view of York

Day trip from Manchester to York by train

Why visit York for the day?

York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Düsseldorf to Manchester

Travel to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Düsseldorf to Manchester.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Manchester including taking a coach, flight and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Manchester is a coach with an average price of £109.

This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Manchester:

A coach is £319 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Manchester costing on average £427.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Manchester is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 7m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Coach takes on average 18h 39m.

The Düsseldorf to Manchester distance is approximately 661 km.
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Manchester is:
  • Around 49 flights per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Düsseldorf and Manchester as scheduled services by coach, flight and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Manchester:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Manchester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Manchester by coach.
  • Travel with Eurowings, KLM, Air France, Lufthansa, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Manchester by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Manchester:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Avion Express Malta.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf to Manchester often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Manchester and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Düsseldorf to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including coach, flight and train.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
HomeTravelTravel to United KingdomTravel to ManchesterHow to get to Manchester from Düsseldorf

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone