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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Edinburgh Airport | Shudehill | Cheapest | ||||
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| Newbridge | Shudehill | Fastest | ||||
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| Bus Station | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
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| Bus Station | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
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| Edinburgh Regent Road | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
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| Edinburgh Haymarket Station South (Stop HH) | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
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| Edinburgh Haymarket Station South (Stop HH) | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
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| Edinburgh Princess Street (Stop PU) | Shudehill | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Edinburgh to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 6 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Edinburgh and Manchester
Stops in Edinburgh
- A
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK - B
11 Queen St
11 Queen St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2, UK - C
23 The Mound
23 The Mound, Edinburgh EH2, UK - D
York Place
York Place, Edinburgh EH1 3JD, 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 - B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK - 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
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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 £15. The average price for this route is around £22. 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 6h 46m, covering a distance of 176 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 33m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Edinburgh to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Edinburgh to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Edinburgh to Manchester at 06:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Edinburgh to Manchester?
A bus journey from Edinburgh to Manchester produces an estimated 7.059675 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 Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4437 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Manchester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
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 FlixBus, 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 Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Manchester was searched and found on 13 Sept 2026 with a price of £14To 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 £14 to £47 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 £14, which is on 2026-09-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Edinburgh to Manchester?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
