Find coaches from Gatwick to Manchester

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Next departures from Gatwick to Manchester on 9 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National Express
Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
495 Oldham RdNo tags
National Express
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
495 Oldham RdNo tags
National Express
Gatwick Airport (LGW) South Terminal
16 BroadwayNo tags
National Express
Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
16 BroadwayNo tags
National Express
Gatwick Airport (LGW) North Terminal
495 Oldham RdNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Gatwick to Manchester

Bus
Average priceUS$43 - US$114Average duration9h 50m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$22 - US$47Average duration3h 50m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Gatwick to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
3h 50mAverage duration
US$22Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gatwick to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$77
Average bus trip duration9h 50m
Number of daily buses18
Earliest bus departure05:40
Distance183 miles
Latest bus departure21:45

Gatwick to Manchester Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Gatwick to Manchester. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Gatwick to Manchester will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Gatwick to Manchester, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Gatwick - Manchester

  1. What's the distance between Gatwick and Manchester by coach?

    The journey from Gatwick to Manchester by coach covers an approximate distance of 182 miles (294 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Gatwick to Manchester without a car?

    You can reach Manchester from Gatwick by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07/10
US$58
08/10
US$41
Today
US$51
10/10
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11/10
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12/10
US$48
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gatwick to Manchester was searched and found on 8 Oct 2025 with a price of US$41

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gatwick to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$41 to US$142 for a bus ticket from Gatwick to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$48, which is on 2025-10-12.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Gatwick and Manchester!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Gatwick to Manchester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Gatwick to Manchester that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Gatwick to Manchester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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