What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Heathrow?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Heathrow is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Heathrow?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Heathrow is to fly which takes 2h 14m and costs £50 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Heathrow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at London Heathrow Airport. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Heathrow?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Heathrow. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 via Euston station and Tottenham Court Road Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Manchester to Heathrow?

The distance between Manchester and Heathrow is 202 miles. The road distance is 191.3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Heathrow without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Heathrow without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Heathrow?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Manchester to Heathrow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Heathrow bus from?

Manchester to Heathrow bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Heathrow train from?

Manchester to Heathrow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Heathrow?

The best way to get from Manchester to Heathrow is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 4h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £210 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Manchester to Heathrow bus arrive?

Manchester to Heathrow bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Manchester to Heathrow train arrive?

Manchester to Heathrow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Heathrow?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Heathrow is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Manchester to Heathrow.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Heathrow?

Book your Manchester to Heathrow train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Heathrow?

Book your Manchester to Heathrow bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Heathrow?

There are 3660+ hotels available in Heathrow.

Manchester to Heathrow - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Manchester to Heathrow by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Road Station to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Elizabeth
2h 58m
£78–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk980 / ...
4h 55m
£18–35
Drive 190.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Heathrowcar 190.2 mi
3h 30m
£48–69
Fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2h 14m
£54–207
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
4h 23m
£122–165
Bus via Milton Keynes
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
5h 36m
£37–88
Fly to Southampton Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Wokingtrain
3. Take the bus from Woking Railway Station Southside to Heathrow Terminal 2bus
4h 4m

Manchester to Heathrow by train and subway

321Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Heathrow.

Launch map view

Distance: 200.5 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Heathrow, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 via London Euston, Euston station, Tottenham Court Road station, and Tottenham Court Road Station in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Heathrow Airport every 4 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.