Find coaches from Bristol to Manchester

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Next departures from Bristol to Manchester on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
    		Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
    		ShudehillCheapest
    Flixbus
      		Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
      		Manchester (Moss Lane East)Fastest
      Flixbus
        		Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
        		ShudehillNo tags
        National Express
          		Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
          		Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)No tags
          Flixbus
            		Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
            		ShudehillNo 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 and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            1carpool per day
            3hAverage duration
            141 milesDistance
            10kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$14 - US$96Average duration4h 55m
            6kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$34 - US$407Average duration2h 58m
            5kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average priceUS$19 - US$33Average duration3h
            10kg CO₂e

            Bus Bristol to Manchester: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$23
            Average bus trip duration4h 55m
            Number of daily buses19
            Earliest bus departure01:00
            Distance147 miles
            Latest bus departure22:20

            Bristol to Manchester Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Bristol - Manchester

            1. What's the distance between Bristol and Manchester by coach?

              The distance between Bristol and Manchester by coach is approximately 141 miles (227 km).

            2. What is the best way to go from Bristol to Manchester without a car?

              The best way to go from Bristol to Manchester without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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

            Best price found
            29/10
            US$32
            30/10
            US$44
            Today
            US$30
            01/11
            US$25
            02/11
            US$25
            03/11
            US$13
            04/11
            US$10
            05/11
            US$10
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bristol to Manchester was searched and found on 5 Nov 2025 with a price of US$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 US$10 to US$48 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 US$10, which is on 2025-11-05.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

            Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Bristol and Manchester!

            Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bristol to Manchester, get comfy and count the stars.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bristol to Manchester will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

            Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bristol to Manchester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

            Did you know?

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

            It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

            The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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