4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Manchester
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Manchester will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $20.
Of the 21 buses that leave Bristol for Manchester every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 227 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bristol to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 227 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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$25 Average Price Cheapest | $74 Average Price |
4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Manchester coaches for today, Friday, 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 NX100 · NX421 | Delayed 9:15 pm 1:00 amBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h35 | 7:35 am Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX100 · NX120 | Delayed 9:15 pm 7:00 amBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h15 | 12:15 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h50 | 12:30 pm Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h30 | 12:10 pm Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX101 · NX120 | Delayed 6:45 pm 9:00 amBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h30 | 2:30 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX100 · NX590 | Delayed 9:15 pm 9:50 amBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 3:15 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX102 · NX120 | On time 11:00 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h55 | 4:55 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h30 | 3:20 pm Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 · NX121 | Delayed 9:15 pm 11:50 amBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h00 | 5:50 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h50 | 3:40 pm Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX101 · NX120 | Delayed 6:45 pm 1:15 pmBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 6:40 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h45 | 5:50 pm Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 · NX120 | Delayed 9:15 pm 2:05 pmBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h30 | 7:35 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 2:05 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h05 | 6:10 pm Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX104 · NX120 | On time 3:45 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h55 | 9:40 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 5:10 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h40 | 8:50 pm Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:10 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h25 | 8:35 pm Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX100 · NX120 | Delayed 9:15 pm 6:20 pmBristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 4h50 | 11:10 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX101 · NX181 | On time 7:45 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h30 | 1:15 am Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX100 · NX424 | On time 9:20 pm Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 8h45 | 6:05 am Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX100 · NX421 | 1:00 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 6h35 | 7:35 am Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX106 · NX120 | 5:50 am Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 5h25 | 11:15 am Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Manchester
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Buses from Bristol to Manchester run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 227 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 227 km |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Bristol to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Manchester with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as $12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Manchester by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Bristol, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus) and Bristol, Bond Street North. When arriving in Manchester, you can end your journey in coach stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A1, A2
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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