How to get from Frankfurt to Manchester
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Frankfurt to Manchester. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 50m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1133 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
1133 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €303Checked Sep 10 | 1h 50mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €141Older observation | 13h 49m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €83Reading date not recorded | 21h 40m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€303Checked Sep 101h 50m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€141Older observation13h 49m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€83Reading date not recorded21h 40m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Frankfurt to Manchester: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Frankfurt am Main → Manchester Airportflight
Lufthansa·1h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Frankfurt to Manchester
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€129October 2026
€148Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
LufthansaFrankfurt am Main-Manchester AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusFrankfurt-London Victoria Coach, London Victoria Coach-Manchester, Frankfurt-AmsterdamBook →
NS IntAmsterdam-LondonBook →Avanti West CoastLondon-ManchesterBook →On this route you travel with Lufthansa, FlixBus, NS Int, Avanti West Coast; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Frankfurt to Manchester works
Start with a Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Manchester, about 1h 50m. In total it's roughly €303 over 1h 50m, direct, no transfers.
Frankfurt to Manchester: common questions
How long does it take to get from Frankfurt to Manchester?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 50m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Manchester from Frankfurt?
About 1133 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Frankfurt to Manchester cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €303. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Frankfurt to Manchester?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 50m.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Manchester?
About 1h 50m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Frankfurt and Manchester?
Frankfurt is FRA and Manchester is MAN, so this route is usually written FRA to MAN.
Which operators run Frankfurt to Manchester?
On this route you travel with Lufthansa, FlixBus, NS Int, Avanti West Coast.
Can you get from Frankfurt to Manchester without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 21h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Manchester?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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