Manchester to Lincoln bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Lincoln

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€37
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€37
Fastest journey on Nov 02
7 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
7 h 15 m
Buses on Nov 02
1
Distance
116 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Lincoln will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.

Fast buses

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

  • National ExpressNX121 · NX151
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Lincoln

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Buses from Manchester to Lincoln run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €11 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 00:26, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 116 km distance in 5h 25m.

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
Train from €11
Distance
116 km
Average bus duration
5h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
€23
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
5h 25m
First bus
12:26 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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
Train from €11

Frequently asked questions about your Manchester to Lincoln trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Lincoln.

Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Lincoln can start from as little as €23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Lincoln is €36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Manchester to Lincoln leaves at 12:26 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester to Lincoln leaves at 11:45 PM.
There are 1 coaches a day from Manchester to Lincoln which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Live departures

Manchester to Lincoln bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Lincoln buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern Rail6:50 AM Manchester
5h07
11:57 AM Lincoln0 transfersDirect
National Express10:15 AM Manchester
6h45
5:00 PM Lincoln0 transfersDirect
National Express10:30 AM Manchester
6h30
5:00 PM Lincoln0 transfersDirect
National Express11:30 AM Manchester
6h30
6:00 PM Lincoln0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to LincolnYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Lincoln with National Express for as low as €11. 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 National Express Duration
5h 25m
Cheapest National Express Price
€23
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.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Lincoln

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Manchester to Lincoln, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Lincoln. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester and Lincoln and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester to Lincoln:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Lincoln for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester to Lincoln 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 {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester to Lincoln.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Lincoln:
  • 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 Lincoln:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester to Lincoln.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Manchester to Lincoln with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Lincoln with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester to Lincoln with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Lincoln

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

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Lincoln including taking a bus and train.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Manchester to Lincoln

Most Manchester to Lincoln buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Lincoln bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Manchester
Arrival bus stations in Lincoln

Which Manchester station do buses to Lincoln leave from?

Buses from Manchester to Lincoln leave from Manchester, Coach Station. The station is from Manchester city centre at Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom.
Manchester, Coach StationChorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 33, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 1m · €2 · every ~231 min

Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.

Manchester, AirportManchester Airport, Manchester M90 3RR, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · €5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · €1 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · €2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · €2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · €4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · €4 · every ~8 min

Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.

Bus stations for Manchester to Lincoln

Check bus stations information for Manchester and Lincoln, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.

When departing from Manchester , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Airport . When arriving in Lincoln , you can end your trip in coach stations like Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lincoln, Rail Station Car Park, located 0 away from the city centre.

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