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Lumo
Cheapest10:19
2h 54m
13:13
London EustonManchester Piccadilly
AU$ 28
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Avanti West Coast07:13
2h 6m
09:19
London EustonManchester Piccadilly
AU$ 67
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Lumo
16:36
2h 37m
19:13
London EustonManchester Piccadilly
AU$ 28
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LNR & WMR18:46
3h 35m
22:21
London EustonManchester Piccadilly
AU$ 28
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- 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$ 19 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 1h 31m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price AU$ 27
Average duration2h 21m
Departure Time05:27 - 11:05
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Flights Fastest
Average price AU$ 149
Average duration1h 31m
Departure Time07:10 - 21:10
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Buses Cheapest
Average price AU$ 19
Average duration5h 18m
Departure Time06:20 - 13:50
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· 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?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from London to Manchester is July, with an average price of AU$ 162, and the most expensive month is June, with an average price of up to AU$ 402.
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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 Victoria
London Charing Cross
London Underground Zone U1
London Waterloo
Waterloo
Popular train stations near Manchester
Manchester Piccadilly
Manchester Oxford Road
New Islington (Metrolink)
Manchester Central Zone
Ardwick
Popular airports near London
Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London City Airport (LCY)
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 (Shudehill Interchange)
Manchester Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Shudehill Bus Stop NN
Manchester Shudehill Bus Station
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FAQ – How to Get from London to Manchester
How far is it from London to Manchester?
The distance from London to Manchester is about 252 km (157 miles).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 31 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 2h 21m.Buses takes on average 5h 18m.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$ 19. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around AU$ 27 on avergae.Flights costs around AU$ 149 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 Heathrow Airport and arrives at Manchester Airport Trains usually departs from London Victoria 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 data from Trip.com: LondontoManchesterFlights is usually the cheapest at July, with an average price of AU$ 162 LondontoManchesterTrains is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of AU$ 27 LondontoManchesterBuses is usually the cheapest at Wednesday, with an average price of AU$ 17 .Is there a time difference between London and Manchester?
The time difference between London and Manchester is 0h.