The average bus between Cockfosters and Manchester takes 5h 50m and the fastest bus takes 5h 25m. The bus service runs several times per day from Cockfosters to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Cockfosters and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cockfosters is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Manchester at 2:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Finchley Central Station and take an average of 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


5h 30m • 2 changes

6h 25m • 2 changes

6h 5m • 2 changes

5h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cockfosters to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Cockfosters to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Cockfosters station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.
Cockfosters to Manchester bus services, operated by Replacement Bus Service, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.
Cockfosters to Manchester bus services, operated by Replacement Bus Service, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.
The distance between Cockfosters and Manchester is 247.9 km. The road distance is 327 km.
FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.