Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2) | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2) | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2) | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2) | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2) | Shudehill | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Stirling to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£21 - £35 | Average duration5h 55m | 8kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£17 - £17 | Average duration3h 40m | 13kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Stirling and Manchester?
Stops in Stirling
- A
Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)
Goosecroft Rd (Stance 2), Stirling FK8, UK - B
Stirling Bus Stop
50A Murray Pl, Stirling FK8 2BX, UK
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 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 Stirling to Manchester
How far is Manchester from Stirling by coach?
The journey from Stirling to Manchester by coach covers an approximate distance of 195 miles (314 km).
Is there a way to reach Manchester from Stirling without a car?
You can reach Manchester from Stirling by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stirling to Manchester was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stirling to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £19 to £20 for a bus ticket from Stirling to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-11-27.
