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| Bus | Hamilton | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamilton to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamilton and Manchester?
Stops in Hamilton
- A
Hamilton Bus Station
Brandon Street, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire ML3 6DA, UK
Stops in Manchester
- A16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- CShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- 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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Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting excellent drivers and a hassle-free journey. The bus environment was described as quiet and civilized, contributing to a sense of safety. However, some users noted that the USB seat chargers were not functioning during their trip.
National Express Hamilton Manchester recent customer reviews
Quiet and civilised bus today. Driver was respectful and I felt safe. The usb seat chargers weren't working though and my phone nearly ran out because of this.
Ann O.
First time using this service. Impressed driver excellent, very good value hassle free journey
Robert T.
Very satisfied
Brian M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Hamilton 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 Hamilton to Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Hamilton to Manchester start from £13. The average price for this route is around £35. 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 Hamilton to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Hamilton to Manchester is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 174 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Hamilton to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamilton to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Hamilton to Manchester at 09:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamilton to Manchester?
A bus journey from Hamilton to Manchester produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Hamilton to Manchester was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamilton to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £32 to £41 for a bus ticket from Hamilton to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-12-03.
