The straight-line distance from London, United Kingdom to Manchester, United Kingdom is 262 km (163 miles).Manchester is NNW of London.
Distance (km)
262
straight line
Distance (miles)
163
straight line
Flight Time
48 min
estimated direct
Direction
NNW
328° bearing
| Mode | Estimated Time | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | 48 min | 262 km | Direct flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed |
| Driving | 4 hr 18 min | ~341 km | Avg 80 km/h, +30% route factor |
| Train | 2 hr 36 min | ~314 km | Estimated, 120 km/h avg (where available) |
All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.
| From | London, United Kingdom |
| To | Manchester, United Kingdom |
| Straight-line Distance | 262 km (163 miles) |
| Bearing | 328° (NNW) |
| Coordinates (London) | 51.5074°, -0.1278° |
| Coordinates (Manchester) | 53.4808°, -2.2426° |
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from London to Manchester is 262 km (163 miles). Manchester is NNW of London.
A direct flight from London to Manchester takes approximately 48 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.
Driving from London to Manchester takes approximately 4 hr 18 min. This estimate assumes an average speed of 80 km/h with a 30% route factor for indirect roads. Actual time will vary based on road conditions, traffic, and the specific route taken.
Manchester is NNW (328 degrees) from London.
The distance from Manchester to London is the same: 262 km (163 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.
Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.
Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.