The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Manchester
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€23
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Buses per day
31
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 €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 31 buses that leave Birmingham for Manchester on Mon, Jun 29, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 m 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.
FlixBus6:40 PM2h20Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway9:00 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM2h50Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway10:20 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:30 PM2h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway10:00 PMManchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East€131One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:25 PM2h15Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway11:40 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€141One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:10 PM2h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway4:40 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:05 AM1h55Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway2:00 AMManchester, Shudehill Interchange€361One-way0 transfers
NX54111:40 PM2h00Birmingham, Coach Station1:40 AMManchester, Coach Station€201One-way0 transfers
NX54110:25 PM2h00Birmingham, Coach Station12:25 AMManchester, Coach Station€201One-way0 transfers
NX59012:50 PM2h10Birmingham, Coach Station3:00 PMManchester, Coach Station€371One-way0 transfers
NX5419:05 PM2h10Birmingham, Coach Station11:15 PMManchester, Coach Station€201One-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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€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 |
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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, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h15 | 11:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX181 | 11:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h15 | 1:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 29 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 1h55 | 2:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | On time 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 | |
NX121 | Delayed 9:45 AM 7:30 AMBirmingham, Coach Station | 2h25 | 9:55 AM 9:55 AMManchester, 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 | On time 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 | 12:30 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 | 1:40 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h20 | 4:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | On time 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 | On time 2:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h40 | 5:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | On time 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 | On time 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 | On time 6:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 8:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | On time 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 | On time 9:05 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h10 | 11:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | On time 10:25 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h00 | 12:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX541 | On time 11:40 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 2h00 | 1:40 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Manchester
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 |
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Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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