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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to London is to bus via Victoria Rail Station which costs £22 - £40 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to London is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Raby Street and arriving at Marble Arch. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and London?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to London. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at London Euston via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to London?

The distance between Greater Manchester and London is 187 miles. The road distance is 186 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to London without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to London without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to London?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Greater Manchester to London, including transfers.

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

Greater Manchester to London bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Raby Street station.

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

Greater Manchester to London train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to London?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to London is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £90 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to London bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to London bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Marble Arch station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to London train arrive?

Greater Manchester to London train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to London is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Greater Manchester to London.

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

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

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Greater Manchester to London - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Greater Manchester to London by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2h 42m
£68–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raby Street to Marble Archbus 540
4h 35m
£19–90
Drive 184.9 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Londoncar 184.9 mi
3h 47m
£45–65
Line 143 bus, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from Parkside Road to Chester Streetbus
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3h 3m
£65–285
Bus via Victoria Rail Station
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
6h 28m
£23–37
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
4h
£105–250

Greater Manchester to London by bus and train

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Distance: 185.4 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Raby Street to Marble Arch hourly. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 35m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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