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

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

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

The fastest way to get from London to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £65 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between London 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 London and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from London to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from London Euston and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from London to Greater Manchester?

The distance between London and Greater Manchester is 187 miles. The road distance is 185.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from London to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from London to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from London to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £85 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the London to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the London to Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Greater Manchester is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from London to Greater Manchester.

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

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

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3613+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from London 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 48m
£68–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Raby Streetbus 540
4h 15m
£22–85
Drive 184.3 mi
1. Drive from London to Greater Manchestercar 184.3 mi
3h 47m
£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 55m
£70–282
Bus via Charlotte Street
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 17m
£41–94
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 54m
£106–239

London to Greater Manchester by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 185.5 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between London, 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 every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 15m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

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