Find coaches from Manchester to London

Today6 Aug
from US$23
Tomorrow7 Aug
from US$17
Fri8 Aug
from US$20
Sat9 Aug
from US$17
Sun10 Aug
from US$20
Mon11 Aug
from US$14
Tue12 Aug
from US$14
Wed13 Aug
from US$11

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Victoria Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Golders Green
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Victoria Coach Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Victoria Coach Station
    Operated by: MegabusMegabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 August at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: 7 August at
    Destination city: London
    Destination location: Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to London

Average priceUS$10 - US$97Average duration5h 30m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average priceUS$50 - US$429Average duration2h 13m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$17 - US$53Average duration3h 50m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Manchester to London

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

171bus per day
5h 30mAverage duration
US$10Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Manchester to London: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$21
Average bus trip duration5h 30m
Number of daily buses171
Earliest bus departure00:05
Distance183 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Manchester to London Bus

Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - London

  1. What's the distance between Manchester and London by coach?

    The journey from Manchester to London by coach covers an approximate distance of 163 miles (263 km).

  2. How can I get from Manchester to London without driving?

    The best way to go from Manchester to London without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/08
US$40
05/08
US$48
Today
US$19
07/08
US$14
08/08
US$18
09/08
US$14
10/08
US$18
11/08
US$13
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to London was searched and found on 11 Aug 2025 with a price of US$13

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

You can expect to pay from US$13 to US$112 for a bus ticket from Manchester to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$13, which is on 2025-08-11.

Usually National Express 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 Manchester to London?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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