Bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester

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Compare all timetables for the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today
£19
tomorrow
£25
Sunday
£22
Monday
Tuesday
£18
Wednesday
£22
Thursday
£23

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 40m 10:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 19:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £19
FlixBus 9h 30m 10:20 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 19:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £19
FlixBus 9h 5m 09:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 18:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £23
FlixBus 8h 45m 09:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:50 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £23
FlixBus 8h 55m 09:15 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 18:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £23

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 45m 09:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £25
FlixBus 9h 40m 10:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 19:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £25
FlixBus 9h 45m 11:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £25
FlixBus 8h 25m 09:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:30 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 9h 30m 11:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester via Manchester Airport, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      10h 45m
      0
      13:10
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      20:25
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £15
      • Waiting Time 3h 10m
    • National Express
      0h 20m
      0
      23:35
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      23:55
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 45m 11:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £22
FlixBus 9h 30m 11:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £22
FlixBus 9h 30m 10:20 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 19:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £22
FlixBus 9h 35m 11:15 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £22
FlixBus 9h 20m 11:15 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester via Leicester, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      9h 30m
      0
      10:20
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      14:15
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • FlixBus
      3h 40m
      0
      16:10
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      19:50
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 0h 10m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 40m 10:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 19:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £18
FlixBus 8h 45m 09:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £19
FlixBus 9h 45m 11:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £19
FlixBus 8h 25m 09:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:30 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £19
FlixBus 9h 30m 11:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 45m 09:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £22
FlixBus 9h 45m 11:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £22
FlixBus 8h 25m 09:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:30 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £22
FlixBus 9h 30m 11:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £22
FlixBus 8h 35m 09:15 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester via Leicester, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      9h 30m
      0
      10:20
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      14:15
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • FlixBus
      3h 40m
      0
      16:10
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      19:50
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £5

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 45m 09:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £23
FlixBus 9h 40m 10:10 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 19:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £23
FlixBus 9h 45m 11:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £23
FlixBus 8h 25m 09:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 17:30 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £23
FlixBus 9h 30m 11:05 London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 20:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester via Leicester, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      9h 30m
      0
      10:20
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      14:15
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 1h 55m
    • FlixBus
      3h 40m
      0
      16:10
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      19:50
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester is £18 on 01/12/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between London Gatwick Airport and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between London Gatwick Airport and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 14 daily coaches between London Gatwick Airport and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 60 coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between London Gatwick Airport and Manchester, with only 24 offers.

Facts about coaches from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 14 times every day by bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 8h 15m
Earliest Coach 09:05
Latest Coach 21:30
Daily Bus Connections 14 Ø
Distance 294.2 km
Coach Companies FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

Every day, 14 buses from 1 coach companies leave London Gatwick Airport for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£19
Saturday 06/12
£25
Sunday 07/12
£22
Monday 08/12
Tuesday 09/12
£18
Wednesday 10/12
£22
Thursday 11/12
£23
Friday 12/12
£22
Saturday 13/12
Sunday 14/12
£20
Monday 15/12
£19
Tuesday 16/12
Wednesday 17/12
£21
Thursday 18/12
£25
Friday 19/12
£26
Saturday 20/12
£35
Sunday 21/12
£26
Monday 22/12
Tuesday 23/12
£26
Wednesday 24/12
£38
Thursday 25/12
£37
Friday 26/12
£40
Saturday 27/12
£38
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £18, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £25.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester, with £18. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £24.

How to save money travelling from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

These are the most booked bus companies between London Gatwick Airport to Manchester from our users.

FlixBus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route London Gatwick Airport to Manchester:

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 8h 15m
Earliest Coach 09:05
Last Coach 21:30
Daily Connections 14 Ø
Found on 03/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in London Gatwick Airport and Manchester

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in London Gatwick Airport and Manchester.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester? Compare all modes of transports from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester? Or which bus companies serve the route London Gatwick Airport to Manchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the London Gatwick Airport to Manchester bus

How much does a London Gatwick Airport - Manchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the London Gatwick Airport - Manchester route is available from £18 and takes 9h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester?

The connection London Gatwick Airport to Manchester is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £44. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the London Gatwick Airport - Manchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester is offered by roughly 14 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Manchester from London Gatwick Airport take?

The quickest transfer from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester is provided by FlixBus and takes 8h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £25. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester?

The earliest bus to Manchester departs from London Gatwick Airport at 09:05. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester?

The latest bus to Manchester departs from London Gatwick Airport at 21:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the London Gatwick Airport - Manchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester can travel with FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between London Gatwick Airport and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between London Gatwick Airport and Manchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct transfer: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Manchester from London Gatwick Airport?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the London Gatwick Airport Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the London Gatwick Airport Manchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the transfer from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to London Gatwick Airport and to Manchester

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to London Gatwick Airport and to Manchester. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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