How much is the bus ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester start from £12. The average price for this route is around £23. 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 Edinburgh to Manchester?

The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Manchester is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 175 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK , National Express .

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

The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Manchester at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

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

A bus journey from Edinburgh to Manchester produces an estimated 7 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 Edinburgh 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 29733 reviews.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Manchester from £13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:07	Drum Brae	6h 33m	02:40	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Edinburgh Airport	5h 55m	03:20	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	19:48	Bus Station	6h 52m	02:40	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	20:45	Edinburgh Bus Station Gate A-Stance 1	6h 35m	03:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	19:59	Edinburgh Haymarket Station South (Stop HH)	6h 41m	02:40	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:15	Newbridge	6h 25m	02:40	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Edinburgh Airport	5h 55m	03:20	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	8h 45m	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	09:10	Edinburgh Airport	6h 40m	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	7h 55m	17:00	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:07	Drum Brae	6h 33m	02:40	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Edinburgh Airport	5h 55m	03:20	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	8h 45m	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	01:45	N St David St	6h 35m	08:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	8h 35m	17:40	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:31	Drum Brae	6h 9m	02:40	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Edinburgh Airport	5h 55m	03:20	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	8h 45m	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	01:45	N St David St	6h 35m	08:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	7h 55m	17:00	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:31	Drum Brae	6h 9m	02:40	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Edinburgh Airport	5h 55m	03:20	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	8h 45m	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	01:45	N St David St	6h 35m	08:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	7h 55m	17:00	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:07	Drum Brae	6h 33m	02:40	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Edinburgh Airport	5h 55m	03:20	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	8h 45m	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	09:10	Edinburgh Airport	6h 40m	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	7h 55m	17:00	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Edinburgh to Manchester on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:05	Bus Station	7h 55m	17:00	Shudehill	Cheapest
Bus	21:25	Edinburgh Airport	5h 55m	03:20	Shudehill	Fastest
Bus	06:35	Bus Station	8h 45m	15:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	09:10	Edinburgh Airport	6h 40m	15:50	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	17:45	Bus Station	8h 55m	02:40	Shudehill	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Edinburgh 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 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

4h 20mAverage duration

175 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £126	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£26 - £274	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£21 - £36	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Edinburgh and Manchester?

Stops in Edinburgh

A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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B
Edinburgh Airport
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C
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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D
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK
E
Princes Street
Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2BB, UK
F
St. Andrew Square
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, 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

3.5/511,507 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,281 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Based on 4281 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £34

Megabus Edinburgh Manchester recent customer reviews

I liked the seats. They are very spacious to accommodate legs. I did not really like the coach from Buchanan to Manchester because there was no charging point at all. There was no tissue paper in the toilet. The toilet was smelling of urine despite being flushed. No wi-fi.

Olukemi O.

26 April 2025

Very comfortable

Daniel K.

4 March 2023

National Express

4/529,748 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to 18 reviews, National Express received a 4.3-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £26

National Express Edinburgh Manchester recent customer reviews

The trip from Edinburgh to Manchester was really good it’s been a long time since I’ve come to Manchester on the bus as I usually travel by train but I’ll definitely be traveling national express again

Eileen B.

11 December 2017

All great

Carol M.

30 March 2025

The bus was uncomfortable.

Freddie J.

20 October 2024

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Edinburgh to Manchester start from £12. The average price for this route is around £23. 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 Edinburgh to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Edinburgh to Manchester is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 175 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Manchester at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Manchester?
A bus journey from Edinburgh to Manchester produces an estimated 7 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 Edinburgh 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 29733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Edinburgh 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

01/12

£32

02/12

£30

Today

£15

04/12

£22

05/12

£28

06/12

£24

07/12

£23

08/12

£18

The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Manchester was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £15

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

You can expect to pay from £15 to £107 for a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-08.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time7h 20m	Avg price£23	Daily departures17
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time3h 10m	Avg price£70	Daily departures19
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time4h 20m	Avg price£27	Daily departures1