What is the distance between Swindon and Manchester?

About 135 miles (217 km) separate Swindon and Manchester.

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

If you're headed to Manchester from Swindon, chances are that your bus will leave from Swindon Coach Station and arrive at Shudehill. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel 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 Manchester United Musuem and Tour Centre, City Centre Cruises, Ordsall Hall, The Crystal Maze Live Experience and Chester Zoo.

Bus Swindon to Manchester from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Swindon to Manchester on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:10am	Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about)	5h 35m	12:45pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about)	6h 10m	1:20pm	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	7:10am	Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about)	5h 35m	12:45pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Swindon Bus Station	9h 25m	4:10pm	Raby Street (Stop C)	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Swindon Bus Station	9h 45m	4:30pm	Shudehill	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Swindon to Manchester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

9h 40mAverage Duration

135 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $75	Average Duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$19 - $19	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

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

3.5/54,274 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Swindon and Manchester?

Stops in Swindon

A - Swindon Coach Station

B - Swindon 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 Swindon to Manchester by bus

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

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The cheapest trip from Swindon to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $23 for a bus ticket from Swindon to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-11-22.