Manchester to Belfast bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Belfast

Showing times and prices for Feb 14

Cheapest price

€61

Average price

€61

Fastest journey

12 h 55 m

Average duration

12 h 55 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

271 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Belfast will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Belfast on Sat, Feb 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Feb 14 the direct buses cover the 271 km distance in an average of 12 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .

On Sat, Feb 14 the slowest buses will take 12 h 55 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.

National Express
12:35AM12h55
Manchester
01:30PMBelfast
611One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Manchester to Belfast

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €21, and a bus costs an average of €58.

Distance: 271 km

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Ferry

€59

Average price

€53

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Cheapest

€55

Average price

11h 50m

Average total duration

11h 20m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

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3h 0m

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9h 3m

Average total duration

8h 3m

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1h 0m

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Live departures

Manchester to Belfast bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Belfast buses for tomorrow, Saturday, February 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 11:59 AM
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national_express12:35 AM Manchester
12h55
1:30 PM Belfast0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Belfast

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Buses from Manchester to Belfast run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €58 but you can travel from only €21 by flight.

The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 271 km distance in 12h 55m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €21
Distance
271 km
Average bus duration
11h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
€58
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
12h 55m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
23:35
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €21

Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to BelfastYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Belfast with National Express for as low as €21. 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
12h 55m
Cheapest Price
€59
National Express frequency
1 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.

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Belfast

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Belfast 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 Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Belfast can start from as little as €58 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Belfast is €59; 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 Manchester to Belfast is 12h 55m to travel the 271 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Manchester to Belfast leaves at 12:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester to Belfast leaves at 11:35 PM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Manchester to Belfast which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Manchester to Belfast, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Belfast. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester and Belfast and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Manchester , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Airport, Manchester, Miles Platting . When arriving in Belfast , you can end your trip in coach stations like Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Belfast, Upper Queen Street / Wellington Street .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Belfast, Europa Buscentre, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Belfast from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 12h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester to Belfast is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester and Belfast including taking a bus, flight, and ferry.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester to Belfast:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Belfast for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester to Belfast depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester to Belfast.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Belfast:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Belfast:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester to Belfast.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Manchester to Belfast with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Belfast with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester to Belfast with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Manchester to Belfast

Manchester
Belfast
The major bus station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Coach Station for your trip from Manchester to Belfast.
Manchester, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Coach Station
  • Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
Manchester, AirportWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Terminal Road North
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Manchester, Miles Platting
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