How to get from
London to Manchester
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Compare prices to get from London to Manchester
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LNR & WMR07:46
3h 27m
11:13
London EustonManchester Piccadilly
AU$ 29
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1 stop
Avanti West Coast07:13
2h 6m
09:19
London EustonManchester Piccadilly
AU$ 77
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Direct
LNR & WMR11:46
3h 27m
15:13
London EustonManchester Piccadilly
AU$ 43
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1 stop
LNR & WMR09:46
3h 27m
13:13
London EustonManchester Piccadilly
AU$ 46
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1 stop
- Prices shown from London to Manchester are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from London to Manchester
The cheapest way to get from London to Manchester costs only AU$ 16 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 1h 56m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price
AU$ 27
Average duration
2h 58m
Departure time
08:40 - 18:14
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Flights
Fastest
Average price
AU$ 101
Average duration
1h 56m
Departure time
06:40 - 21:10
Direct options
Buses
Cheapest
Average price
AU$ 16
Average duration
5h 2m
Departure time
08:40 - 21:35
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from London to Manchester?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from London to Manchester?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from London to Manchester is Monday, with an average price of AU$ 27.
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What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from London to Manchester?
According to Trip.com's data, the cheapest month for flights from London to Manchester is February, with an average price of AU$ 186. Conversely, the most expensive month is typically September, with an average price of up to AU$ 321.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from London to Manchester by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from London to Manchester is Wednesday, with an average price of AU$ 17.
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From London to Manchester: Travel Information
Find stations and airports near London and Manchester
Popular train stations near London
London St. Pancras International
London Kings Cross
London Zone U123
London Euston
Camden Road
Popular train stations near Manchester
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Oxford Road
New Islington (Metrolink)
Manchester Central Zone
Ardwick
Popular airports near London
London City Airport (LCY)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London Southend Airport (SEN)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Popular airports near Manchester
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
Nearby
Popular bus stations near London
London Waterloo Rail Station
London Southwark
London Grosvenor Pl
London Victoria Buckingham Palace Road
London Victoria Green Line Coach Station (Stop 6)
Popular bus stations near Manchester
Manchester Central Coach Station
Manchester Chorlton St
Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
Manchester Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Shudehill Bus Stop NN
FAQ – How to Get from London to Manchester
How far is it from London to Manchester?
The distance from London to Manchester is about 252km (157 mi).How to get from London to Manchester?
There are 3 modes of transport available from London to Manchester, including Flights Trains Buses.What is the fastest way to get from London to Manchester?
The fastest way to get from London to Manchester is by Flights, with an average journey time of 1 hour 56 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 2h 58m.Buses takes on average 5h 2m.What is the cheapest way to get from London to Manchester?
The cheapest way to get from London to Manchester is by Buses, with an average price of AU$ 16. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around AU$ 27 on avergae.Flights costs around AU$ 101 on average.Where do trips from London to Manchester usually depart and arrive?
Travellers typically choose the following departure and arrival points from London to Manchester: Flights usually departs from London City Airport and arrives at Manchester Airport Trains usually departs from London St. Pancras International and arrives at Manchester Piccadilly Buses usually departs from London Waterloo Rail Station and arrives at Manchester Central Coach Station .When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from London to Manchester?
Train, bus, and flight schedules may vary depending on the season or day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: flights from London to Manchester are usually cheapest February, with an average fare of AU$ 186 flights from London to Manchester are usually cheapest Monday, with an average fare of AU$ 27 flights from London to Manchester are usually cheapest Wednesday, with an average fare of AU$ 17 .Is there a time difference between London and Manchester?
The time difference between London and Manchester is 0m.