The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Walsall
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Walsall is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Walsall will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 5 buses that leave Manchester for Walsall on Tue, Dec 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct buses cover the 101 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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 train and bus for Manchester to Walsall
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Walsall among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 101 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Walsall bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Walsall buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:40 PM Manchester | 2h20 | 5:00 PM Walsall | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Manchester | 2h10 | 5:30 PM Walsall | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Manchester | 2h20 | 9:20 PM Walsall | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 PM Manchester | 2h10 | 1:05 AM Walsall | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:59 PM Manchester | 2h51 | 1:50 AM Walsall | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Walsall
Buses from Manchester to Walsall run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 101 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 101 km |
Average bus duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus, National Express from Manchester to WalsallYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Walsall with Megabus, FlixBus, National Express for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Walsall
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Walsall 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 Walsall, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Walsall, Hatherton Road, located 0.1 miles (230 m) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Walsall
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 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
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