Brighton to Manchester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Brighton to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Nov 28

Cheapest price

€21

Average price

€30

Fastest journey

8 h 28 m

Average duration

9 h 14 m

Buses per day

17

Distance

328 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brighton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brighton to Manchester will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Brighton to Manchester without transferring at least once.

National ExpressNX025 · NX540
05:17PM8h28
Brighton, Preston Circus
01:45AMManchester, Coach Station
€211One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX540
02:02PM9h53
Brighton, Preston Circus
11:55PMManchester, Coach Station
€211One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX540
05:41AM10h54
Brighton, Preston Circus
04:35PMManchester, Coach Station
€241One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX540
10:50PM13h30
Brighton, Preston Circus
12:20PMManchester, Coach Station
€241One-way
1 transfer
National ExpressNX025 · NX540
04:00AM9h20
Brighton, Preston Circus
01:20PMManchester, Coach Station
€261One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Brighton to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €56.

Distance: 328 km

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Train
Flight

€23

Average price

Cheapest

€118

Average price

€184

Average price

8h 55m

Average total duration

8h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 50m

Average total duration

4h 20m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 4m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

National Express

Most popular bus company

Avanti West Coast

Most popular train company

British Airways

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Brighton to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Manchester buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:00 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
national_expressNX025 · NX540
Delayed
9:12 AM 2:55 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
9h25
3:50 PM 3:50 PMManchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
Delayed
9:12 AM 4:00 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
9h20
3:50 PM 3:50 PMManchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
Delayed
9:12 AM 4:45 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
9h25
3:50 PM 3:50 PMManchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
Delayed
9:12 AM 5:41 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
10h09
3:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
Delayed
9:12 AM 6:51 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
10h04
4:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
Delayed
9:12 AM 8:12 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
9h53
6:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
9:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h48
7:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
10:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h43
7:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
11:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
10h08
9:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
12:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h48
10:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
1:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h28
10:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
2:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h53
11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
2:57 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h28
12:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
5:17 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
8h28
1:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX424
On time
7:37 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
10h28
6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX421
On time
9:47 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h48
7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
10:50 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
13h30
12:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
Friday, November 28
national_expressNX025 · NX540
Delayed
3:25 AM 2:55 AMBrighton, Preston Circus
9h25
12:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
4:00 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h20
1:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
4:45 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h45
2:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
5:41 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
10h54
4:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
6:51 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
10h34
5:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
8:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
10h23
6:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
9:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
10h13
7:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
10:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h53
8:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
11:12 AM Brighton, Preston Circus
10h08
9:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
12:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h48
10:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
1:12 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h28
10:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
2:02 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h53
11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
2:57 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h28
12:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
5:17 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
8h28
1:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX424
On time
7:37 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
10h28
6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX421
On time
9:47 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
9h48
7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer
national_expressNX025 · NX540
On time
10:50 PM Brighton, Preston Circus
13h30
12:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station		1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Brighton to Manchester

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Buses from Brighton to Manchester run on average 21 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 328 km distance in 8h 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
328 km
Average bus duration
8h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Buses per day
21
Fastest bus
8h 28m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Brighton to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Brighton to Manchester with National Express for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 28m
Cheapest Price
€14
National Express frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Bus from Brighton to Manchester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Brighton to Manchester can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Brighton to Manchester is €33; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Brighton to Manchester is 8 h 28 min   to travel the 327 km long trip, with around there are 19 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Brighton to Manchester leaves at 02: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Brighton to Manchester leaves at 22: 50.
There are 19 coaches a day from Brighton to Manchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Brighton to Manchester coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip between Brighton and Manchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a coach from Brighton to Manchester is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Manchester from Brighton including taking a train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Brighton to Manchester has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Brighton to Manchester.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Brighton to Manchester.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Brighton to Manchester, follow these tips:

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Brighton to Manchester.
    No, luggage for the coach from Brighton to Manchester needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Brighton to Manchester.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Brighton to Manchester.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Brighton to Manchester.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Brighton to Manchester.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Brighton to Manchester

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    The major bus station for departures in Brighton is Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station for your trip from Brighton to Manchester.
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    Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station,Pool Valley 6,BN1 1PN
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