What is the cheapest way to get from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £22 - £85 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Greater London (Region) and Greater Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Raby Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Greater London (Region) and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from London Euston and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Greater London (Region) and Greater Manchester is 187 miles. The road distance is 185.2 miles.

Where do I catch the Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester bus from?

Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester train from?

Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train, bus or fly from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £85 and takes 4h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £220 - £400 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Raby Street station.

Where does the Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester?

Book your Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

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Q: How long does it take to get from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

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There are 8 ways to get from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 44m
£69–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Raby Streetbus 540
4h 15m
£22–85
Drive 184.1 mi
1. Drive from Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchestercar 184.1 mi
3h 46m
£45–65
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, line 111 bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to Maine Roadbus
2h 50m
£70–282
Bus via Charlotte Street
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 12m
£42–95
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 47m
£106–239
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 30m
£224–399
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
5h 29m
£69–181

Greater London (Region) to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 185.5 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Greater London (Region), England and Greater Manchester, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Raby Street hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 15m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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