London to Manchester by bus
Typical ride 5h 00m over 320 km. Starting fares around £10 (£10–35). Compare operators — we don't sell tickets.
Route snapshot
Duration
5h 00m
Distance
320 km
Typical price
£10–35
Tip
National Express and Megabus compete with the train.
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FlixBus
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BusBud
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Omio
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CheckMyBus
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12Go
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London → Manchester: questions
How long is the bus from London to Manchester?
The ride typically takes about 5h 00m for the 320 km journey, depending on traffic and border crossings.
How much does the bus from London to Manchester cost?
Typical fares start around £10 (£10–35 depending on how early you book and the operator).
Which operators run this route?
Compare live departures from FlixBus, BusBud, Omio, CheckMyBus and 12Go on this page — we don't sell tickets ourselves.