Manchester to Coventry bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Coventry

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

€17

Average price

€22

Fastest journey

3 h 15 m

Average duration

3 h 50 m

Buses per day

Distance

129 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Coventry will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast buses

Of the 10 buses that leave Manchester for Coventry every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.

Cheapest

02:45AM4h20

Manchester

07:05AMCoventry

€171One-way

1 transfer

2nd Cheapest

08:45PM3h45

Manchester, Coach Station

12:30AMCoventry

€181One-way

1 transfer

2nd Cheapest

09:45PM5h00

Manchester, Coach Station

02:45AMCoventry

€181One-way

1 transfer

10:00AM4h35

Manchester, Coach Station

02:35PMCoventry

€191One-way

1 transfer

08:30AM4h00

Manchester, Coach Station

12:30PMCoventry

€191One-way

1 transfer

Manchester to Coventry bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, March 21

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National Express NX421 National ExpressNX421	02:45AM Manchester, Coach Station	3h15	06:00AM Coventry	1 transfer
FlixBus FlixBus FlixBusFlixBus	02:45AM Manchester	4h20	07:05AM Coventry	1 transfer
National Express NX181 National ExpressNX181	04:10AM Manchester, Coach Station	3h50	08:00AM Coventry	1 transfer
National Express NX120 National ExpressNX120	08:30AM Manchester, Coach Station	4h00	12:30PM Coventry	1 transfer
National Express NX120 National ExpressNX120	10:00AM Manchester, Coach Station	4h35	02:35PM Coventry	1 transfer
National Express NX121 National ExpressNX121	11:20AM Manchester, Coach Station	4h45	04:05PM Coventry	1 transfer
National Express NX121 National ExpressNX121	02:30PM Manchester, Coach Station	4h25	06:55PM Coventry	1 transfer
National Express NX120 National ExpressNX120	08:45PM Manchester, Coach Station	3h45	12:30AM Coventry	1 transfer
National Express NX120 National ExpressNX120	09:45PM Manchester, Coach Station	5h00	02:45AM Coventry	1 transfer
National Express NX422 National ExpressNX422	11:40PM Manchester, Coach Station	4h20	04:00AM Coventry	0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Coventry

Buses from Manchester to Coventry run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.

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

128 km

Average bus duration

4h 26m

Cheapest ticket price

€17

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

3h 5m

First bus

07:45

Last bus

23:40

Price information

Coach companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus Manchester to Coventry

Find the best coaches between Manchester and Coventry with Omio's travel partners Megabus, National Express and FlixBus from €4. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Manchester - Coventry coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from Manchester to Coventry coach information:

Average Duration: 3 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: €17
National Express frequency: 1 a day

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Coventry

FAQs: Take the bus from Manchester to Coventry with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Coventry.

Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Coventry can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Coventry is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The coach time to Coventry from Manchester is on average 2 h 25 min for the 128 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Manchester to Coventry by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Manchester to Coventry leaves at 00: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Manchester to Coventry leaves at 23: 55.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to Coventry without having to change trains with Megabus. There are 6 direct coaches from Manchester to Coventry each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a coach from Manchester to Coventry, you can count on Megabus or National Express for the best way to get you to Coventry. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Coventry from Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Coventry from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Coventry by coach is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Coventry including taking a train or coach.

Popular bus stations from Manchester to Coventry

Manchester

Coventry

The major bus station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Airport for your trip from Manchester to Coventry.

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