4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Manchester
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Buses per day
37
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Manchester will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 37 buses that leave Birmingham for Manchester on Fri, Aug 14, 37 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest buses will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus2:55 PM2h15Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway5:10 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€81One-way0 transfers- FlixBus6:40 PM2h20Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway9:00 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€91One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:00 AM2h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway10:30 AMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€91One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus2:10 PM2h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway4:40 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€91One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:10 PM2h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway6:40 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€101One-way0 transfers
NX54110:40 PM1h45Birmingham, Coach Station12:25 AMManchester, Coach Station€151One-way0 transfers- FlixBus12:05 AM1h55Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2:00 AMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€331One-way0 transfers
- NX4215:35 AM2h00Birmingham, Coach Station7:35 AMManchester, Coach Station€271One-way0 transfers
- NX54111:40 PM2h00Birmingham, Coach Station1:40 AMManchester, Coach Station€171One-way0 transfers
- NX5418:45 PM2h00Birmingham, Coach Station10:45 PMManchester, Coach Station€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 113 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Manchester buses for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3:20 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h50 | 6:10 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 5:50 AM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX424 | 3:25 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h40 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX422 | 3:40 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h35 | 6:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX421 | 5:35 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h00 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX121 | 7:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h25 | 9:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 10:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX120 | 9:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 11:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX121 | 10:45 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 1:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 1:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:00 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h10 | 2:10 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h20 | 3:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX590 | 12:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 3:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h10 | 3:20 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:40 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h20 | 4:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 1:50 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 4:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 4:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX121 | 2:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h40 | 5:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:55 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h15 | 5:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 3:20 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h25 | 5:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:10 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 6:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 4:55 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h35 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX120 | 5:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h30 | 8:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:40 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h20 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 6:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 8:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 7:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h50 | 10:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 10:00 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX120 | 8:45 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 10:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 9:05 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 11:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:25 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h15 | 11:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 10:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h00 | 12:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX181 | 11:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 1:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 | 11:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h00 | 1:40 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 14 | |||||
| FlixBus | 12:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1h55 | 2:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Manchester
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Buses from Birmingham to Manchester run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €6 by train.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 113 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 113 km |
Average bus duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Birmingham to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Manchester with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Manchester by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Manchester
Most Birmingham to Manchester buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do buses to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Which Manchester station do buses from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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