How much is the bus ticket from Bristol to Manchester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Bristol to Manchester start from £10. The average price for this route is around £15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bristol to Manchester?

The average bus journey time from Bristol to Manchester is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 130 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bristol to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , National Express , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bristol to Manchester?

The earliest bus departs from Bristol to Manchester at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bristol to Manchester?

A bus journey from Bristol to Manchester produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Bristol to Manchester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Manchester?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bristol to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bristol to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bristol to Manchester from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures from Bristol to Manchester on 7 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:20	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 50m	21:10	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 20m	22:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	Fastest
Bus	08:35	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 55m	12:30	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	17:05	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	5h 35m	22:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	11:45	Bristol, Bus & Coach Station	3h 55m	15:40	Shudehill	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bristol to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

141 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£10 - £144	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£26 - £315	Average duration2h 58m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £19	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bristol and Manchester?

Stops in Bristol

A
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
Marlborough St, Bristol, City of Bristol BS1, UK
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B
Westbury Road
Stop B, Westbury Rd, Bristol BS9 1FH, UK
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C
The Centre
CC, Zed Alley, Bristol, BS1, United Kingdom
D
Park Avenue
400 Park Ave, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol BS32 4TR, UK
E
Bond St
12-16 Bond St, Bristol BS1 3LU, UK
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F
Cribbs Causeway
Patchway, Bristol BS34, UK

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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C
Manchester Airport
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,187 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Users have noted that the service is generally reliable, with punctual pick-ups and helpful drivers. However, there were some concerns about the cleanliness of the toilet facilities on board, specifically a lack of toilet paper and hand towels. Despite this issue, overall experiences remain positive due to timely service and supportive staff.

FlixBus Bristol Manchester recent customer reviews

Everything was great. time and pick up location spot on, the only thing I didn't like was the toilet, there was a mess everywhere which I get is to be expected in a moving vehicle, but no toilet paper or hand towels, had to hoover over was not a pleasant experience. But the rest was great.

Sarah J.

26 August 2024

The driver was punctual and very helpful.

Agyeman B.

9 April 2025

National Express

4/529,871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 29871 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £15

National Express Bristol Manchester recent customer reviews

Bus from Birmingham to Manchester was 45 min. late due to traffic from an accident on the highway. It wasn’t the drivers fault. He was very apologetic.

Sarah J.

29 September 2019

excellent service and very friendly

Ismail K.

12 January 2020

Megabus UK

3.5/54,306 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi2.6

According to customer reviews, there have been several negative experiences with the bus service. Customers mention issues such as delays, bus problems during the trip, and unpleasant smells inside the buses. However, some positive aspects were also mentioned, including good drivers in spite of accidents causing lateness.

Megabus Bristol Manchester recent customer reviews

I did not engjoy the fact that the bus sas late 20 and I got to my destination 1.15 later thr it was planned.

Malgorzata K.

10 November 2023

The departed time delayed. And in the midst of the trip, bus problem, changed to another bus. In the end, the time delayed more than 1 hour. More than that, the bus is full of smell of urine.

Dickie W.

22 July 2023

That coach was disaster because of the vibration and there was a burning smell during the ride inside the bus

Nitheesh R.

21 July 2023

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bristol to Manchester

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Bristol to Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bristol to Manchester start from £10. The average price for this route is around £15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bristol to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Bristol to Manchester is 4h 50m, covering a distance of 130 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bristol to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bristol to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Bristol to Manchester at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bristol to Manchester?
A bus journey from Bristol to Manchester produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Bristol to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bristol to Manchester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bristol to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bristol to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/02

£21

05/02

£22

Today

£14

07/02

£14

08/02

£15

09/02

No data

10/02

£10

11/02

£16

The cheapest trip from Bristol to Manchester was searched and found on 10 Feb 2026 with a price of £10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bristol to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £33 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2026-02-10.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bristol to Manchester?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time4h 50m	Avg price£15	Daily departures19
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 58m	Avg price£44	Daily departures16
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time3h 10m	Avg price£17	Daily departures1