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Journey Information
There are 15 intercity coaches per day from Longford to Manchester. Traveling by coach from Longford to Manchester usually takes around 6 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 157 mi (253 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 30m |
| Cheapest price | £6.72 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Longford to Manchester
- FlixBus: 1 daily coaches from £8
- Megabus: 7 daily coaches from £6
- National Express: 8 daily coaches from £15
What coach companies travel from Longford to Manchester?
There are 3 bus lines from Longford to Manchester available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 8 daily trips, National Express usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 6h 13m | £24.55 |
| Megabus | 7 | 6h 12m | £15.75 |
| National Express | 8 | 7h 3m | £31.77 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 1 trips from Longford to Manchester, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 13 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 6 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 157 miles from Longford to Manchester. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Manchester at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 12:00. To see the times for all coaches from Longford to Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 15 scheduled coaches that travel from Longford to Manchester every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Longford to Manchester; ticket prices start at £120.95.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Longford?
Main departure station: London Heathrow Airport T2 And T3
Longford has two coach stations with service to Manchester.
All coach stations in Longford:
London Heathrow Airport T2 And T3
Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
Where does the coach arrive in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Coaches arrive in Manchester at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Manchester:
Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Coach Station
Thomas Street - Stop Nn
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