Bus from London to Manchester: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from London to Manchester on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Victoria Coach Station
ShudehillCheapest
National ExpressBus
    		Golders Green
    		Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)Fastest
    National ExpressBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Coach StationNo tags
      FlixbusBus
      		Victoria Coach Station
      		Manchester AirportNo tags
      National ExpressBus
        		Victoria Coach Station
        		Coach StationNo tags

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        Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Manchester

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        2carpool per day
        3h 50mAverage duration
        163 milesDistance
        11kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average price£7 - £76Average duration6h
        6kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average price£32 - £326Average duration2h 12m
        6kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average price£15 - £38Average duration3h 50m
        11kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from London to Manchester

        Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from London to Manchester?

          The cheapest coach tickets from London to Manchester start from £7. The average price for this route is around £19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from London to Manchester?

          The average bus journey time from London to Manchester is 6h, covering a distance of 159 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 50m and is operated by National Express.

        3. Which bus companies service the London to Manchester route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 125 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from London to Manchester?

          The earliest bus departs from London to Manchester at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Manchester?

          A bus journey from London to Manchester produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. Which is the best bus company from London to Manchester?

          According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.

        7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Manchester?

          Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from London to Manchester?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Manchester?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        27/01
        £24
        28/01
        £13
        Today
        £8
        30/01
        £10
        31/01
        £8
        01/02
        £13
        02/02
        £8
        03/02
        £8
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Manchester was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of £8

        To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Manchester as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from £8 to £86 for a bus ticket from London to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2026-01-31.

        Usually National Express, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

        What's the cheapest way to go from London to Manchester?

        busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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