How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Amsterdam?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Amsterdam start at R 949. The average price for this route is around R 1 438. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Amsterdam?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Amsterdam is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 490 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Amsterdam route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Amsterdam at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus trip from Manchester to Amsterdam produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Manchester to Amsterdam from R 1 014 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Amsterdam on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Shudehill	18h 20m	07:20	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	14:50	Shudehill	17h 50m	09:40	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
Bus	23:59	Shudehill	21h 6m	22:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	14:50	Shudehill	18h 15m	10:05	Amsterdam Central (De Ruijterkade)	No tags
Bus	12:15	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	18h 5m	07:20	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Amsterdam on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	20h 20m	22:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	Shudehill	17h 10m	09:40	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
Bus	02:50	Shudehill	18h 15m	22:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	12:00	Shudehill	18h 20m	07:20	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	23:59	Shudehill	21h 11m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Amsterdam on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:50	Shudehill	18h 15m	10:05	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	12:15	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	18h 5m	07:20	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
Bus	02:50	Shudehill	18h 20m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	12:00	Shudehill	18h 20m	07:20	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	23:59	Shudehill	21h 11m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Amsterdam on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Shudehill	19h	08:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	02:50	Shudehill	18h 20m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
Bus	23:59	Shudehill	21h 11m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	00:20	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	20h 50m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	12:15	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	18h 45m	08:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Amsterdam on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	20h 25m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	02:50	Shudehill	18h 20m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
Bus	12:00	Shudehill	19h	08:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	23:59	Shudehill	21h 11m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	00:20	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	20h 50m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Amsterdam on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Shudehill	19h	08:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	02:50	Shudehill	18h 20m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
Bus	23:59	Shudehill	21h 11m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	00:20	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	20h 50m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	12:15	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	18h 45m	08:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Amsterdam on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Shudehill	19h	08:00	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	Shudehill	17h 45m	10:15	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	Fastest
Bus	02:50	Shudehill	18h 20m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	23:59	Shudehill	21h 11m	22:10	Amsterdam Piarcoplein P+R Sloterdijk	No tags
Bus	15:30	Shudehill	18h 10m	10:40	Amsterdam Central (De Ruijterkade)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Amsterdam

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Amsterdam. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

11h 40mAverage duration

495 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 949 - R 4 658	Average duration18h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 142 - R 1 142	Average duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Amsterdam?

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
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

Stops in Amsterdam

A
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
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B
Bijlmer Arena
Hoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
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C
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands
D
Duivendrecht
Stationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
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E
Vondelpark
Amsterdam, Leidseplein, 1054 ET Amsterdam, Netherlands
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F
Elandsgracht Bus Station
Amsterdam, Busstation Elandsgracht, 1053 LS Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 141 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12141 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 949

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Amsterdam by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Amsterdam?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Amsterdam start at R 949. The average price for this route is around R 1 438. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Amsterdam?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Amsterdam is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 490 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Amsterdam route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Amsterdam?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Amsterdam at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Amsterdam?
A bus trip from Manchester to Amsterdam produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

22/01

R 1 232

23/01

R 1 432

Today

R 1 332

25/01

R 1 452

26/01

R 1 034

27/01

R 1 071

28/01

R 1 232

29/01

R 1 014

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Amsterdam was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 014

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 014 to R 3 224 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Amsterdam based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 014, which is on 2026-01-29.