Bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester

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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
$35
tomorrow
$33
Tuesday
$27
Wednesday
$31
Thursday
Friday
$39
Saturday
$26

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 5:15 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 11:50 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $35
FlixBus 6h 45m 12:35 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 7:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $35
FlixBus 6h 50m 2:40 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 9:30 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $35
FlixBus 6h 25m 5:25 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 11:50 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $35
FlixBus 6h 35m 12:45 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 7:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $35

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 5:15 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 11:50 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $33
FlixBus 9h 15m 9:25 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 6:40 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $33
FlixBus 6h 45m 12:35 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 7:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $33
FlixBus 6h 50m 2:40 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 9:30 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $33
FlixBus 6h 25m 5:25 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 11:50 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $33

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 55m 9:05 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 6:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $27
FlixBus 8h 45m 9:15 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 6:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $27
FlixBus 8h 30m 9:05 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 5:35 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $27
FlixBus 8h 20m 9:15 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 5:35 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $27
FlixBus 9h 15m 12:45 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 10:00 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $27
  • 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 20m
      0
      10:20 AM
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      2:15 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 1h 45m
    • FlixBus
      3h 40m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      7:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 5:15 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 11:50 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $31
FlixBus 6h 45m 12:35 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 7:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $31
FlixBus 6h 50m 2:40 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 9:30 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $31
FlixBus 6h 25m 5:25 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 11:50 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $31
FlixBus 6h 35m 12:45 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 7:20 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $31
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester via Leicester, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      9h 20m
      0
      10:20 AM
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      2:15 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 1h 45m
    • FlixBus
      3h 40m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      7:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 15m 9:25 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 6:40 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $39
FlixBus 8h 45m 9:25 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 6:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $39
FlixBus 9h 5m 9:35 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 6:40 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $39
FlixBus 8h 35m 9:35 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 6:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $39
FlixBus 8h 45m 2:05 PM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 10:50 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester via Leicester, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      9h 20m
      0
      10:20 AM
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      2:15 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 1h 45m
    • FlixBus
      3h 40m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      7:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 0h 45m longer, but you will save $17

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 40m 10:10 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 7:50 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $26
FlixBus 9h 55m 11:05 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 9:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $26
FlixBus 9h 30m 11:05 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - South Terminal 8:35 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $26
FlixBus 9h 30m 10:20 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 7:50 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $26
FlixBus 9h 45m 11:15 AM London Gatwick Airport London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal 9:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $26
  • Did you know that if you travel from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester via Leicester, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      9h 20m
      0
      10:20 AM
      London Gatwick Airport
      London Gatwick Airport - North Terminal
      2:15 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $13
      • Waiting Time 1h 45m
    • FlixBus
      3h 40m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Leicester
      St. Margaret's Bus Station
      7:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel Time is 0h 10m shorter, and you will save $4

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester is $25 on 3/4/2026. 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.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 19 daily buses from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between London Gatwick Airport and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 36 buses from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between London Gatwick Airport and Manchester, with 10 offers.

Facts about the bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 16 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 $25!

Cheapest Bus $25
Fastest Bus 6h 25m
Earliest Bus 5:15 AM
Latest Bus 11:15 AM
Daily Bus Routes 16 Ø
Distance 182.9 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester

Every day, 16 buses from 1 bus 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 02/08/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 02/08
$35
Monday 02/09
$33
Tuesday 02/10
$27
Wednesday 02/11
$31
Thursday 02/12
Friday 02/13
$39
Saturday 02/14
$26
Sunday 02/15
$33
Monday 02/16
$38
Tuesday 02/17
$29
Wednesday 02/18
$30
Thursday 02/19
Friday 02/20
$37
Saturday 02/21
$28
Sunday 02/22
$37
Monday 02/23
$27
Tuesday 02/24
Wednesday 02/25
$27
Thursday 02/26
Friday 02/27
$27
Saturday 02/28
Sunday 03/01
$30
Monday 03/02
Tuesday 03/03
Wednesday 03/04
$25
Thursday 03/05
Friday 03/06
Saturday 03/07

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 $25, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $30.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester, with $25. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $33.

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 buses 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 $26
Fastest Bus 6h 25m
Earliest Bus 5:15 AM
Last Bus 11:15 AM
Daily Connections 16 Ø
Found on 2/7/2026

All bus stations and stops in London Gatwick Airport and Manchester

In the map below, you can see where to find all 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 buses 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 bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $25 and takes 9h 40m to reach Manchester. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $25 and $72. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Manchester.

On average, how many connections are available from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester each day?

Every day, the London Gatwick Airport to Manchester bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest shuttle from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester is offered by FlixBus and takes 6h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $35. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Manchester from London Gatwick Airport starts at 5:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

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

The latest bus trip departing from London Gatwick Airport for Manchester starts at 11:15 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the London Gatwick Airport Manchester route?

When traveling by shuttle from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works 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 bus: FlixBus.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the London Gatwick Airport Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle 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 traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the shuttle from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 16 daily trips between London Gatwick Airport and Manchester. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from London Gatwick Airport to Manchester?

Prices and availability for 16 trips between London Gatwick Airport and Manchester change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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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