How to get from London to Manchester
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from London to Manchester. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 55m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 250 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €31, on Tue, Sep 8.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
250 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €235Checked Sep 5 | 55mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €17Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 1h 56mdirect | See Train details |
- Flight€235Checked Sep 555m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€17Omio catalogue, Sep 91h 56m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
London to Manchester: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1London Heathrow → Manchester Airportflight
British Airways·55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, London to Manchester
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€38October 2026
€48November 2026
€51Departures from London to Manchester
FlixBus runs 94 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:25 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 94 | 00:25 | 23:59 |
| Avanti West Coasttrain | 40 | 06:08 | 20:33 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
British AirwaysLondon Heathrow-Manchester AirportSee live options and dates →Avanti West CoastLondon-ManchesterBook →On this route you travel with British Airways, Avanti West Coast; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from London to Manchester works
Start with a British Airways flight from London to Manchester, about 55 min. In total it's roughly €235 over 55 min, direct, no transfers.
London to Manchester: common questions
How long does it take to get from London to Manchester?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 55m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Manchester from London?
About 250 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does London to Manchester cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €31 to €49. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from London to Manchester?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 55m.
How long is the flight from London to Manchester?
About 55m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for London and Manchester?
London is LHR and Manchester is MAN, so this route is usually written LHR to MAN.
Which operators run London to Manchester?
On this route you travel with British Airways, Avanti West Coast.
Can you get from London to Manchester without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 1h 56m.
What is the cheapest way to get from London to Manchester?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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