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What is the best way to travel from Rugby to Manchester?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Manchester from Rugby. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 10m
£10
£10
13
Train
1h 21m
£23
£30
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What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Rugby?

You can reach Manchester with just £10 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £10
Friday
from £10
Saturday
from £10
Sunday
from £10
Monday
from £10
Tuesday
from £10
Wednesday
from £10

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    16:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    18:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    21:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    20:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    23:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    15:35
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:35
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    16:30
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    21:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    16:10
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    18:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    21:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 16m
    0
    05:43
    Rugby
    Central Station
    07:59
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £23
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 4m
    0
    06:25
    Rugby
    Central Station
    08:29
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £23
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 25m
    0
    06:34
    Rugby
    Central Station
    08:59
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £23
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 21m
    0
    07:44
    Rugby
    Central Station
    09:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £51

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    13:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    16:25
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    16:10
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:35
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    16:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    20:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    23:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    16:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    18:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    21:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    02:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    06:05
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    13:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    16:25
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

What are the fastest trips from Rugby to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester from Rugby in just 1h 21m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 3h 10m
Friday
from 3h 10m
Saturday
from 1h 21m
Sunday
from 3h 20m
Monday
from 3h 10m
Tuesday
from 3h 20m
Wednesday
from 3h 20m

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    20:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    23:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    18:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    21:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    16:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    21:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    15:35
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:35
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    16:30
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 21m
    0
    07:44
    Rugby
    Central Station
    09:05
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £51
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 4m
    0
    06:25
    Rugby
    Central Station
    08:29
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £23
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 16m
    0
    05:43
    Rugby
    Central Station
    07:59
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £23
  • West Midlands Trains
    2h 25m
    0
    06:34
    Rugby
    Central Station
    08:59
    Manchester
    Piccadilly Train Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £23
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    18:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    21:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    16:10
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    13:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    16:25
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    16:10
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    20:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    23:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    16:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 15m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:35
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 25m
    0
    14:15
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    18:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    18:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    21:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    16:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    20:30
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    3h 20m
    0
    11:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    14:20
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 25m
    0
    13:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    16:25
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    3h 50m
    0
    15:20
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    19:10
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    04:40
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    08:40
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
  • National Express
    4h 5m
    0
    02:00
    Birmingham Airport
    Birmingham Airport
    06:05
    Manchester
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Rugby to Manchester

What are the most popular stations in Rugby and Manchester?

In Rugby, you will usually depart from Central Station, Bus Stop or Church St, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Manchester from Rugby? With 5 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Rugby and Manchester, you can pay as low as £10 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Manchester in just 1h 21m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Rugby and Manchester are National Express, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Rugby and Manchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Wolston or to Salford, and look at flights from Birmingham Airport, and landing at Liverpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Rugby to Manchester?

The most popular companies between Rugby and Manchester, are National Express, West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast

All you need to know when you travel from Rugby to Manchester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Rugby to Manchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Rugby to Manchester

How can I reach Manchester from Rugby?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Manchester from Rugby.

How far is Manchester from Rugby?

The distance between Rugby and Manchester is 139.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Rugby and Manchester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 24 kgs, and a flight 34 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Rugby to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester with just £10 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Rugby to Manchester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Manchester in just 1h 21m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

More routes to Rugby and to Manchester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Rugby and to Manchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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