The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Belfast
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
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.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Belfast on Sat, Nov 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 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, Nov 15 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.


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 ferry with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 271 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Ferry |
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€60 Average price | €102 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 4m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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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, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:35 AM Manchester | 12h55 | 1:30 PM Belfast | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Belfast
Buses from Manchester to Belfast run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €59 but you can travel from only €24 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 22:25. The fastest bus covers the 271 km distance in 12h 55m.
Distance 271 km |
Average bus duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 55m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 22:25 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to BelfastYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Belfast with National Express for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Belfast
- 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
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Little Italy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 Train: Great Victoria Street Station
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