Whitby to Manchester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Whitby to Manchester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€14
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€14
Fastest journey on Nov 02
5 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
5 h 57 m
Buses on Nov 02
5
Distance
154 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Whitby to Manchester will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast buses

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

  • National ExpressYC840 · NX170
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressYC840 · NX170
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressYC840 · NX170
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressYC840 · NX170
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressYC840 · NX170
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Whitby to Manchester

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Buses from Whitby to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 154 km distance in 4h 34m.

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
154 km
Average bus duration
4h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Buses per day
3
Fastest bus
4h 34m
First bus
12:35 AM
Last bus
11:56 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
14 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your Whitby to Manchester trip

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

Cheap coach tickets from Whitby to Manchester can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Whitby to Manchester is €15; 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 Whitby to Manchester leaves at 12:35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Whitby to Manchester leaves at 11:56 PM.
There are 3 coaches a day from Whitby to Manchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

Why should you book Whitby to Manchester buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Whitby to Manchester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Whitby to Manchester.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Whitby to Manchester.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Whitby to Manchester.

Bus providers: National Express from Whitby to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Whitby to Manchester with National Express for as low as €13. 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
4h 34m
Cheapest National Express Price
€13
National Express frequency
3 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 Whitby and Manchester

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 Whitby to Manchester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Whitby and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Whitby to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Whitby to Manchester for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Whitby to Manchester 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 Whitby to Manchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Whitby to Manchester:
  • 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 Whitby to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Whitby to Manchester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Whitby to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Whitby to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Whitby to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: Bus from Whitby to Manchester

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Whitby 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.

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

Popular bus stations from Whitby to Manchester

Most Whitby to Manchester buses use the Whitby, Windsor Terrace to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Miles Platting. Use this guide to compare Whitby and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Whitby
Arrival bus stations in Manchester

Which Whitby station do buses to Manchester leave from?

Buses from Whitby to Manchester leave from Whitby, Windsor Terrace. The station is from Whitby city centre at Whitby bus station, Whitby YO21 1YN, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Whitby, Windsor Terrace from Whitby city centre

BusGrey Line, Yellow Line · 36m · every ~2 min

Whitby, Windsor Terrace bus station facilities and services

Whitby, Windsor Terrace has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Whitby, Windsor Terrace. ATMs are available at Whitby, Windsor Terrace.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Whitby, Windsor Terrace.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Whitby, Windsor Terrace: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Whitby, Windsor Terrace: Wheelchair accessible buses available.

Bus stations for Whitby to Manchester

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

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

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