The cheapest and fastest buses from Romford to Manchester
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Romford to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Romford to Manchester will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Romford for Manchester on Thu, Jan 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 01 the direct buses cover the 268 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Thu, Jan 01 the slowest buses will take 4 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, train, and flight for Romford to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Romford to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €78.
Distance: 268 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €112 Average price | €182 Average price |
5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Romford to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Romford to Manchester buses for today, Wednesday, December 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:40 PM Romford | 4h40 | 7:20 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Romford | 4h50 | 10:20 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Romford to Manchester
Buses from Romford to Manchester run on average 27 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 27 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 268 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 268 km |
Average bus duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 3h 59m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Romford to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Romford to Manchester with FlixBus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Romford to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Romford to Manchester
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 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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