How long does it take to travel from London to Manchester by minicab?

The time of day you choose to travel from London to Manchester will naturally have a large impact on how long your journey will take.

• Early morning – aprox 4 hours 30 minutes
• Morning and evening rush hour – aprox 4 hours 40 minutes
• Daytime – aprox 4 hours 45 minutes
• Late evening – aprox 4 hours 20 minutes

When booking your transfer from London to Manchester, please be sure to allow plenty of time for your trip, and consider, traffic conditions etc.

Visiting Manchester

There are 3 large universities in Manchester

• University of Manchester
• Manchester Metropolitan University
• The University of Salford

Of these the University of Manchester is the most highly regarded, being a member of the prestigious Russell Group of Universities. The University of Manchester was officially created in 2004 when the Victoria University of Manchester and the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST) agreed to amalgamate after many years of working closely together. The amalgamated University of Manchester became the largest single-site university in the UK, and claims 25 Nobel laureates among its current and former students and staff, with a large number of these being in Physics and Chemistry.

The University of Manchester is, unsurprisingly, popular with students from throughout the UK, including London and beyond. It is also popular with overseas students, with the University having been rated the 29th most international university in the world according to Times Higher Education (2023). Direct motorway routes make it easy for international students flying into London to travel to the university by private minicab transfer.

A major city in northwest England, Manchester has plenty for visitors to see. This includes museums celebrating the city’s rich industrial heritage, The Imperial War Museum North, the 18th-century canal system and Salford Quays dockyards. Salford Quays, also known as The Quays is home to the Lowry, a centre for performing arts, the Imperial War Museum North, and Old Trafford football ground.

Manchester has a plethora of major sporting venues including Old Trafford, home to Manchester United Football Club and The Etihad Stadium, home to the Premier League club Manchester City. Obviously popular on match day, both of these stadiums also offer behind the scenes tours for avid fans. Less well-known, but popular with fans of the sport, the National Speedway Stadium can also be found in Manchester along with the National Squash Centre and the HSBC UK National Cycling Centre.

There are plenty of hotels to choose from in Manchester City Centre, including Staycity Aparthotels Manchester Piccadilly which is located close to Manchester Piccadilly Station. Other popular choices include Park Inn by Radisson Manchester City Centre, Travelodge Manchester Central Arena, Residence Inn by Marriott Manchester Piccadilly and Holiday Inn Express Manchester.

Other Journeys to/from Manchester

Blackberry Cars can also offer reliable transportation between Manchester, England and these popular destinations:

Heathrow – Manchester

Gatwick Airport – Manchester

Luton Airport – Manchester

London City Airport – Manchester

Stansted – Manchester

If you’d like to chat with someone about your requirements, our knowledgeable Call Centre staff are here to help.

Your Questions Answered

Do your fares included any waiting time?

Yes, for non airport pickups all of our fares include up to 15 minutes complementary waiting time as standard.

How will I know when my driver is here?

As long as your phone can receive text messages you will receive a link shortly before your trip where you can track your driver.

Do you have cars large enough to accommodate groups of 8 people?

Yes, our MPV8 cars can comfortably carry 8 passengers plus up to 8 standard size (23kg) check-in suitcases and 8 hand luggage.

Do you have Executive options?

Yes, we offer both Executive Saloon Cars and Executive MPV6 cars for all airport transportation. The Executive Saloon would be a Mercedes E-class or equivalent vehicle, and the Executive MPV6 would be a Mercedes Viano.

Can my driver contact me by WhatsApp

Yes, if you would like to be contacted by WhatsApp please let us know when you make your booking.

Can I get a minicab from London to a Manchester hotel?

Yes, we offer a full door to door service. Your driver will pick you up from a hotel or residential address in London and take you to a hotel or residential address in Manchester of your choice.

Can you take me from my home in London to the University of Manchester?

Yes, absolutely, Blackberry Cars have over 13 years experience. When transporting students to the University of Manchester we have a choice of vehicles to make sure you can fit in all your luggage when you go.

Do you offer a door to door service for travel between Manchester and London?

Yes, we offer a full door to door service. Your driver will take you and your luggage directly from your preferred pickup location in Manchester to an address or hotel in London of your choice.

How can I travel from Manchester to London?

When travelling from Manchester to London, you can choose to travel by coach, train or private car service (minicab).

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

The cheapest way to get from London to Manchester is by coach, especially for solo travellers without much luggage.

Can I use public transport to travel from Manchester to London?

Public Transport is definitely an option for travelling from Manchester to London. If you have a lot of luggage a private minicab transfer may be preferable.

How can I book a minicab from London to Manchester?

Reserving a car with Blackberry Cars is simple and straightforward. You can use our handy online form, or if you prefer to speak to someone you can contact us by phone, chat or email. Our knowledgeable call centre staff are always happy to help.

How fare in advance should I book my transportation from Manchester to London?

We recommend booking your private car service from Manchester to London at least 24 hours in advance to ensure that we have a driver available. You can call us on the day you want to travel to book your transportation to Manchester, but there will be a delay while we allocate a driver.