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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from York to Manchester from various bus operators like Coastliner or FlixBus for the next days.
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from £5
tomorrow
from £5
Tuesday
from £5
Wednesday
from £4
Thursday
from £4
Friday
from £4
Saturday
from £4

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    13:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    21:30
    York
    Coach Station
    23:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    21:30
    York
    Coach Station
    23:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    13:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    13:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    21:30
    York
    Coach Station
    23:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • Coastliner
    3h 32m
    0
    07:21
    York
    Central Station
    10:53
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £15
  • Coastliner
    3h 17m
    0
    10:21
    York
    Central Station
    13:38
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £15
  • Coastliner
    3h 12m
    0
    13:11
    York
    Central Station
    16:23
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £15

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    13:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    0
    21:30
    York
    Coach Station
    23:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    13:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    21:30
    York
    Coach Station
    23:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • Coastliner
    3h 32m
    0
    07:21
    York
    Central Station
    10:53
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £15
  • Coastliner
    3h 17m
    0
    10:21
    York
    Central Station
    13:38
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £15
  • Coastliner
    3h 12m
    0
    13:11
    York
    Central Station
    16:23
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £15

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    21:30
    York
    Coach Station
    23:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    13:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £7
  • Coastliner
    3h 27m
    0
    07:26
    York
    Central Station
    10:53
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £13
  • Coastliner
    3h 8m
    0
    10:30
    York
    Central Station
    13:38
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £13
  • Coastliner
    3h 23m
    0
    13:00
    York
    Central Station
    16:23
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £13

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 15m
    0
    10:55
    York
    Coach Station
    13:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £4
  • FlixBus
    2h 10m
    0
    21:30
    York
    Coach Station
    23:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £5
  • Coastliner
    3h 17m
    0
    10:21
    York
    Central Station
    13:38
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £15
  • Coastliner
    3h 12m
    0
    13:11
    York
    Central Station
    16:23
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £15
  • Coastliner
    3h 17m
    0
    15:51
    York
    Central Station
    19:08
    Manchester
    Miles Platting
    0
    Coastliner
    Economy
    £15

Frequency of bus connections between York and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between York and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from York to Manchester. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between York and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 15 coaches from York to Manchester, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between York and Manchester, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from York to Manchester

Compare all providers like Coastliner and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from York to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from York to Manchester starting from £4!

Cheapest Bus £4
Fastest Bus 2h 10m
Earliest Coach 10:55
Latest Coach 21:30
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 92.4 km
Coach Companies Coastliner and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from York to Manchester

Every day, 5 buses from 2 coach companies leave York for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/03/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 24/02
Tuesday 25/02
Wednesday 26/02
Thursday 27/02
Friday 28/02
Saturday 01/03
Sunday 02/03
£5
Monday 03/03
£5
Tuesday 04/03
£5
Wednesday 05/03
£4
Thursday 06/03
£4
Friday 07/03
£4
Saturday 08/03
£4
Sunday 09/03
£5
Monday 10/03
£4
Tuesday 11/03
£4
Wednesday 12/03
£4
Thursday 13/03
Friday 14/03
£4
Saturday 15/03
£4
Sunday 16/03
Monday 17/03
£4
Tuesday 18/03
£4
Wednesday 19/03
£4
Thursday 20/03
£4
Friday 21/03
£4
Saturday 22/03
£4
Sunday 23/03

The cheapest time to travel from York to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from York to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £4, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from York to Manchester. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £5.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from York to Manchester, with £4. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from York to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from York 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 bus from York 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 York to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from York to Manchester

These are the most booked bus companies between York to Manchester from our users.

FlixBus from York to Manchester

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route York to Manchester:

Cheapest Price £4
Fastest Coach 2h 10m
Earliest Coach 10:55
Last Coach 21:30
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 02/03/2025

Coastliner from York to Manchester

Coastliner

Here you will find the key facts about the Coastliner bus route York to Manchester:

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 3h 8m
Earliest Coach 07:21
Last Coach 21:12
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 10/02/2025

All bus stations and stops in York and Manchester

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in York and Manchester.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from York to Manchester? Compare all modes of transports from York to Manchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from York to Manchester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from York to Manchester? Or which bus companies serve the route York to Manchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the York to Manchester bus

How much does a York - Manchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the York - Manchester bus trip is available from £4 and takes 2h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from York to Manchester?

The connection York to Manchester is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £4 to £15. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the York - Manchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from York to Manchester is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Manchester from York take?

The quickest coach from York to Manchester is provided by FlixBus and takes 2h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £5. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from York to Manchester?

The earliest bus to Manchester departs from York at 10:55. 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 York to Manchester?

The latest bus to Manchester departs from York at 21:30. 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 York - Manchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from York to Manchester can travel with Coastliner 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 York and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between York 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: Coastliner and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Manchester from York?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the York 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 York 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 York to Manchester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route York to Manchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to York and to Manchester

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to York and to Manchester. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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