London to Manchester

London to Manchester

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$13
 
 
$47

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London to Manchester Schedule

London to Manchester Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Megabus Standard AC 05:00 - 00:15£ 28.12
National Express Standard AC 07:30 - 19:25£ 16.79
National Express Standard AC 08:00 - 18:25£ 17.11
National Express Standard AC 10:00 - 01:15£ 13.74
Megabus Standard AC 12:00 - 16:30£ 12.75
National Express Standard AC 14:15 - 02:10£ 21.22
National Express Standard AC 17:30 - 23:50£ 13.44
National Express Standard AC 19:30 - 00:45£ 25.07
Megabus Standard AC 21:00 - 02:50£ 29.19
National Express Standard AC 23:00 - 05:20£ 26.57

Transportation from London to Manchester

Facts about the transport from London to Manchester

Cheapest Transport$13
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day111
Distance328 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBritish Airways, Megabus, National Express

How to get from London to Manchester

When you want to get from London to Manchester, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 46.38. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 12.59.

How far is London from Manchester?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from London to Manchester. Your trip will be a total of 204 miles (328 km). The flying distance is 196 miles (315 km).

How long does it take to get from London to Manchester?

The travel time from London to Manchester can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 20 hours.

How much does it cost to get from London to Manchester?

The cost of the trip from London to Manchester varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Megabus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 12.59 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 46.38.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from London to Manchester:

  • Bus tickets - USD 12.45 to USD 46.05;
  • Plane tickets - USD 87.12 to USD 674.53;

How many trips per day are there between London and Manchester?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 111 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from London to Manchester. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 87.12.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from London to Manchester

British Airways

Buses

Taking a bus from London to Manchester is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from London to Manchester

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from London to Manchester? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.