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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 6 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Bolton
    Destination location: Bolton Central Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 6 at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)
    Arrival time: May 6 at
    Destination city: Bolton
    Destination location: Bolton Central Bus Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Bolton.

Average Price$9 - $10Average Duration50m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average Price$4 - $20Average Duration28m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Carpool
Average Price$5 - $5Average Duration20m
1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Manchester to Bolton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bolton. The journey takes about 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
20mAverage Duration
$5Cheapest ticket
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Manchester to Bolton: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$9
Average bus trip duration50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure5:45am
Distance16 miles (25 km)

Manchester to Bolton Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Bolton from Manchester, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

Best price found
05/03
$8
05/04
$8
Today
$8
05/06
$8
05/07
$8
05/08
$7
05/09
$8
05/10
$8
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Bolton was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of $7

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

You can expect to pay from $7 to $10 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Bolton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-05-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Manchester to Bolton but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Manchester to Bolton, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Manchester to Bolton.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Manchester to Bolton while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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Bus from Manchester to Bolton

You can also go to Bolton by train

Train from Manchester to Bolton

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