Which bus from Bristol to Manchester is the best?
Check the bus schedule for Bristol to Manchester. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express, megabus or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.
Cheapest bus trips today
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus3h 40m014:40BristolCoach Station18:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus3h 20m014:40BristolCoach Station18:00ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station0Economy
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megabus4h 40m006:40BristolUWE11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 20m007:00BristolBond Street11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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National Express5h 40m012:00BristolCoach Station17:40ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Prices are for one way and one person
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National Express6h 25m014:05BristolCoach Station20:30ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
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National Express5h 15m007:00BristolCoach Station12:15ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
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megabus4h 40m006:40BristolUWE11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 20m007:00BristolBond Street11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus4h 0m014:40BristolCoach Station18:40ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than £5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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megabus5h 15m007:00BristolBond Street09:00BirminghamBrunel Street0Economy
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National Express2h 15m010:00BirminghamCoach Station12:15ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
Waiting Time 1h 0mTravel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save £5 -
Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus3h 40m014:40BristolCoach Station18:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus3h 20m014:40BristolCoach Station18:00ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station0Economy
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megabus4h 40m014:40BristolUWE19:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 20m015:00BristolBond Street19:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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National Express5h 20m014:00BristolCoach Station19:20ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Prices are for one way and one person
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megabus4h 20m010:40BristolBond Street15:00ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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National Express5h 40m005:35BristolCoach Station11:15ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
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National Express5h 0m007:15BristolCoach Station12:15ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
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megabus4h 40m006:40BristolUWE11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus3h 40m014:40BristolCoach Station18:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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megabus5h 15m007:00BristolBond Street09:00BirminghamBrunel Street0Economy
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National Express2h 15m010:00BirminghamCoach Station12:15ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
Waiting Time 1h 0mTravel time is 1h 35m longer, but you will save £3 -
Cheapest bus trips Monday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus3h 40m014:40BristolCoach Station18:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus3h 20m014:40BristolCoach Station18:00ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station0Economy
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National Express5h 35m014:00BristolCoach Station19:35ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
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megabus4h 40m006:40BristolUWE11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 20m007:00BristolBond Street11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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megabus4h 40m006:40BristolUWE11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 20m007:00BristolBond Street11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus3h 20m014:40BristolCoach Station18:00ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station0Economy
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FlixBus3h 40m014:40BristolCoach Station18:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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National Express5h 15m007:00BristolCoach Station12:15ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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FlixBus3h 40m014:40BristolCoach Station18:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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FlixBus3h 20m014:40BristolCoach Station18:00ManchesterManchester (Moss Lane East) Coach Station0Economy
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megabus4h 40m006:40BristolUWE11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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megabus4h 20m007:00BristolBond Street11:20ManchesterShudehill Interchange0Economy
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National Express5h 35m014:00BristolCoach Station19:35ManchesterCoach Station0Economy
What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Bristol and Manchester?
Saturday
is the busiest day, with more than 32 daily coaches from Bristol to Manchester. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 16 daily coaches between Bristol and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 66 coaches from Bristol to Manchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Manchester, with 7 offers.
All facts for Bristol to Manchester bus at a glance
Compare all coach operators like National Express, megabus and FlixBus that travel daily 21 times by bus from Bristol to Manchester in one click. Book your Bristol to Manchester bus ticket starting from £8!
| Cheapest Bus | £8 |
| Fastest Bus | 3h 20m |
| Earliest Coach | 05:35 |
| Latest Coach | 22:30 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 21 Ø |
| Distance | 226.5 km |
| Coach Companies | National Express, megabus and FlixBus |
What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bristol to Manchester?
Every day, 21 buses from 3 coach companies leave Bristol for Manchester. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 21/11/2024 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
18/11
Tuesday
19/11
Wednesday
20/11
Thursday
21/11
£15
Friday
22/11
£22
Saturday
23/11
£18
Sunday
24/11
£14
Monday
25/11
£11
Tuesday
26/11
£8
Wednesday
27/11
£12
Thursday
28/11
£8
Friday
29/11
£14
Saturday
30/11
£10
Sunday
01/12
£10
Monday
02/12
£11
Tuesday
03/12
£8
Wednesday
04/12
£11
Thursday
05/12
£12
Friday
06/12
£12
Saturday
07/12
£12
Sunday
08/12
£12
Monday
09/12
£12
Tuesday
10/12
£12
Wednesday
11/12
£12
Thursday
12/12
£12
Friday
13/12
£19
Saturday
14/12
£29
Sunday
15/12
The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Manchester
With a price starting from £8, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bristol to Manchester. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £14.
Morning
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Manchester, with £8. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.
How to save money travelling from Bristol to Manchester
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.
Book the ticket from Bristol to Manchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Bristol to Manchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Bristol to Manchester are also emptier.Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.
What are the most popular bus companies from Bristol to Manchester?
These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Bristol to Manchester timetable.
National Express from Bristol to Manchester
Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Bristol to Manchester:
| Cheapest Price | £12 |
| Fastest Coach | 4h 55m |
| Earliest Coach | 05:35 |
| Last Coach | 19:35 |
| Daily Connections | 11 Ø |
| Found on | 21/11/2024 |
megabus from Bristol to Manchester
Here you will find the key facts about the megabus bus route Bristol to Manchester:
| Cheapest Price | £8 |
| Fastest Coach | 4h 10m |
| Earliest Coach | 06:40 |
| Last Coach | 22:00 |
| Daily Connections | 7 Ø |
| Found on | 21/11/2024 |
FlixBus from Bristol to Manchester
Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Bristol to Manchester:
| Cheapest Price | £8 |
| Fastest Coach | 3h 20m |
| Earliest Coach | 14:40 |
| Last Coach | 22:30 |
| Daily Connections | 2 Ø |
| Found on | 20/11/2024 |
In total 3 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.
All bus stations and stops in Bristol and Manchester
Here is a map with all coach stations in Bristol and Manchester. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.
All you need to know when you travel by bus from Bristol to Manchester
Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bristol to Manchester. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.
FAQs for Bristol to Manchester bus
How much does a Bristol Manchester coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bristol Manchester bus trip is available from £8 and takes 3h 40m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Bristol to Manchester?
This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £42. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Manchester.
How many connections are available for the Bristol Manchester route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Bristol to Manchester is offered by roughly 21 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Manchester from Bristol take?
The quickest coach from Bristol to Manchester is provided by FlixBus and takes 3h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £8. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Bristol to Manchester?
The earliest bus to Manchester departs from Bristol at 05:35. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Bristol to Manchester?
The latest bus to Manchester departs from Bristol at 22:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Bristol Manchester route?
Passengers looking to travel from Bristol to Manchester can travel with National Express, megabus and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Manchester?
You can check all the direct connections between Bristol and Manchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express, megabus and FlixBus.
What can I take with me on the bus to Manchester from Bristol?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bristol Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Bristol Manchester bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bristol to Manchester on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bristol to Manchester
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
Alternate transport types from Bristol to Manchester
Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Bristol to Manchester for the next days.
Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Manchester
Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Bristol to Manchester for the next days.-
CrossCountry4h 37m005:38BristolAvonmouth Station10:15ManchesterPiccadilly Station0Economy
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CrossCountry4h 37m005:38BristolAvonmouth Station10:15ManchesterPiccadilly Station0First Class
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CrossCountry4h 37m005:38BristolAvonmouth Station10:15ManchesterPiccadilly Station0First Class
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CrossCountry4h 37m005:38BristolAvonmouth Station10:15ManchesterPiccadilly Station0First Class
More bus routes to Bristol and to Manchester
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bristol and to Manchester. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
- Bus Routes to Bristol
- Coach Basingstoke to Bristol
- Coach from Bridgwater to Bristol
- Bus to Bristol from Brighton
- Bus to Bristol from Cheltenham
- Coach to Bristol from Chepstow
- Coach to Bristol from Derby
- Bus Edinburgh to Bristol
- Bus to Bristol from Gloucester
- Bus from Guildford to Bristol
- Bus from Leeds to Bristol
- Coach Lincoln to Bristol
- Coach to Bristol from Northampton
- Coach from Norwich to Bristol
- Bus Nottingham to Bristol
- Coach from Reading to Bristol
- Coach to Bristol from Stratford-upon-Avon
- Coach from Stroud to Bristol
- Coach from Swansea to Bristol
- Bus from Weymouth to Bristol
- Buses York to Bristol
- Bus Routes to Manchester
- Bus to Manchester from Birmingham
- Bus Bradford to Manchester
- Buxton to Manchester bus
- Coach from Cardiff to Manchester
- Bus to Manchester from Coventry
- Buses Doncaster to Manchester
- Buses Exeter to Manchester
- Coach to Manchester from Glasgow
- Hull to Manchester bus
- Bus from Liverpool to Manchester
- London to Manchester coach
- Loughborough to Manchester coach
- Bus to Manchester from Rawtenstall
- Coach to Manchester from Rhyl
- Coaches Southport to Manchester
- Coach from Stockport to Manchester
- Bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester
- Bus to Manchester from Warrington
- Coach Wellington to Manchester
- Bus to Manchester from York
Popular Airport Transfers to Bristol and to Manchester
