How much is the bus ticket from Coventry to Manchester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Coventry to Manchester start from €12. The average price for this route is around €20. 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 Coventry to Manchester?

The average bus journey time from Coventry to Manchester is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 77 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Coventry to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Coventry to Manchester at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

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

A bus journey from Coventry to Manchester produces an estimated 3.0805 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 Coventry 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 29885 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Coventry 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 Coventry 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 Coventry 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 Coventry to Manchester from €8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Coventry to Manchester on 5 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:40	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 35m	13:15	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	18:30	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 25m	20:55	Manchester Airport	Fastest
Bus	08:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 45m	13:00	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:40	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	3h 10m	11:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	08:15	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 45m	13:00	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Manchester on 6 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 30m	11:10	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 15m	03:00	Manchester Airport	Fastest
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 20m	06:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 45m	03:30	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 20m	06:15	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Manchester on 7 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 30m	11:10	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 15m	03:00	Manchester Airport	Fastest
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 20m	06:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 45m	03:30	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 20m	06:15	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Manchester on 8 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 30m	11:10	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 15m	03:00	Manchester Airport	Fastest
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 20m	06:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 45m	03:30	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 20m	06:15	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Manchester on 9 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:25	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 30m	18:55	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 15m	03:00	Manchester Airport	Fastest
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 20m	06:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 45m	03:30	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 20m	06:15	Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Coventry to Manchester on 10 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 30m	11:10	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 15m	03:00	Manchester Airport	Fastest
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 20m	06:15	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Coventry (Pool Meadow)	2h 45m	03:30	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	01:55	Pool Meadow Bus Station	4h 20m	06:15	Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Coventry to Manchester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just €12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

3h 45mAverage duration

77 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€12 - €61	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€15 - €214	Average duration1h 59m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Coventry and Manchester?

Stops in Coventry

A
Pool Meadow Bus Station
Priory Street, Coventry CV1
Visit page
B
Coventry - Hales St. Bus Station
Hales St, Coventry CV1, UK
C
Coventry
Tesco Extra, Coventry CV2 2SH, UK

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
Visit page
B
Manchester Airport
Visit page
C
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
Visit page
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

National Express

4.2/529,885 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

According to multiple reviews, customers appreciate the great service provided by Coventry to Birmingham. However, some passengers experienced delays and inconvenience when switching buses. Additionally, it was mentioned that connecting passengers had to wait for a long time before reaching their final destination. Although there were complaints about the bus schedules, overall feedback regarding the service was positive.

National Express Coventry Manchester recent customer reviews

The journey was smooth, but connecting passengers should not have to wait for 1 hour 30 minutes to reach their final destination

Theophilus D.

2 July 2023

Great service from Coventry to Birmingham. But when we switched buses the bus driver was excellent just abit slow and was late so made my trip a little more difficult but couldn’t fault would recommend

Carley L.

14 February 2022

In the Coventry the bus was too late

Bhupal Y.

30 September 2024

FlixBus

3.5/512,584 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, KLR Bus, Arriva

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Coventry 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 Coventry to Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Coventry to Manchester start from €12. The average price for this route is around €20. 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 Coventry to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Coventry to Manchester is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 77 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Coventry to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Coventry to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Coventry to Manchester at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Coventry to Manchester?
A bus journey from Coventry to Manchester produces an estimated 3.0805 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 Coventry 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 29885 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Coventry 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 Coventry 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 Coventry 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

03/05

€23

04/05

€22

Today

€12

06/05

€12

07/05

€10

08/05

€10

09/05

€9

10/05

€10

The cheapest trip from Coventry to Manchester was searched and found on 9 May 2026 with a price of €9

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

You can expect to pay from €9 to €44 for a bus ticket from Coventry to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €9, which is on 2026-05-09.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.