What is the travel distance from Lancaster to Manchester?

The distance separating Lancaster and Manchester is 46 miles (74 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lancaster to Manchester?

The majority of buses traveling from Lancaster to Manchester start their journey at Lancaster University Bus Stop and wind up at Shudehill. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Jodrell Bank, National Football Museum, John Rylands Library, Sightseeing Manchester and Coronation Street The Tour.

Bus Lancaster to Manchester from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lancaster to Manchester on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:30pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	1h 50m	3:20pm	Shudehill	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Lancaster to Manchester on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	1h 20m	4:00am	Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:40am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	1h 20m	4:00am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	1h 50m	3:20pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	1h 50m	4:30am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	1h 50m	4:30am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Manchester on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:40am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	1h 20m	4:00am	Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:40am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	1h 20m	4:00am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Lancaster University Bus Stop	1h 50m	3:20pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	1h 50m	4:30am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	1h 50m	4:30am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Lancaster to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

46 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $46	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $62	Average Duration1h 4m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $10	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,273 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Lancaster and Manchester?

Stops in Lancaster

A - Lancaster University Bus Stop

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Coach Station

C - Manchester Airport

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lancaster to Manchester by bus

What is the travel distance from Lancaster to Manchester?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lancaster to Manchester?
What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/16

$11

11/17

$11

Today

$10

11/19

$10

11/20

$10

11/21

$9

11/22

$9

11/23

$11

The cheapest trip from Lancaster to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $9

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

You can expect to pay from $9 to $18 for a bus ticket from Lancaster to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-11-21.