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Compare all timetables for the bus from Bristol to Manchester

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bristol to Manchester from various bus operators like FlixBus or National Express for the next days.

today
$22
tomorrow
$24
Saturday
$21
Sunday
$24
Monday
$20
Tuesday
$18
Wednesday
$18

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 40m 7:30 PM Bristol Coach Station 11:10 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $22
FlixBus 3h 20m 7:30 PM Bristol Coach Station 10:50 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $22
FlixBus 3h 55m 11:45 AM Bristol Coach Station 3:40 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $26
National Express 5h 15m 3:00 PM Bristol Coach Station 8:15 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $28
National Express 6h 10m 1:20 PM Bristol Coach Station 7:30 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 40m
      0
      12:00 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      2:05 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      2:10 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      4:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 45m 3:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 9:00 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $24
National Express 5h 15m 6:15 AM Bristol Coach Station 11:30 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 4h 55m 4:15 PM Bristol Coach Station 9:10 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 3h 55m 8:35 AM Bristol Coach Station 12:30 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $27
FlixBus 3h 30m 8:35 AM Bristol Coach Station 12:05 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 10m
      0
      12:00 PM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      2:05 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • FlixBus
      2h 15m
      0
      2:55 PM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      5:10 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 10m 3:20 PM Bristol Coach Station 8:30 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $21
National Express 4h 30m 6:00 PM Bristol Coach Station 10:30 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $24
National Express 4h 50m 4:20 PM Bristol Coach Station 9:10 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 3h 50m 5:20 PM Bristol Coach Station 9:10 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $25
FlixBus 3h 40m 7:30 PM Bristol Coach Station 11:10 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      8:55 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      10:50 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      1:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 40m 6:35 AM Bristol Coach Station 11:15 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $24
National Express 5h 30m 7:15 AM Bristol Coach Station 12:45 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $24
National Express 5h 15m 10:50 AM Bristol Coach Station 4:05 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $24
FlixBus 3h 55m 8:35 AM Bristol Coach Station 12:30 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $25
FlixBus 3h 30m 8:35 AM Bristol Coach Station 12:05 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 45m
      0
      8:55 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      10:50 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      1:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save $7

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 30m 2:05 PM Bristol Coach Station 5:35 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $20
FlixBus 3h 25m 5:20 PM Bristol Coach Station 8:45 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $20
FlixBus 3h 55m 2:05 PM Bristol Coach Station 6:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $20
National Express 5h 15m 3:00 PM Bristol Coach Station 8:15 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $21
National Express 5h 5m 4:30 PM Bristol Coach Station 9:35 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      11:00 AM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      1:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 1h 25m longer, but you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 55m 8:35 AM Bristol Coach Station 12:30 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $18
FlixBus 3h 55m 11:45 AM Bristol Coach Station 3:40 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $18
FlixBus 3h 55m 2:05 PM Bristol Coach Station 6:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 15m 3:00 PM Bristol Coach Station 8:15 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 5h 5m 11:00 AM Bristol Coach Station 4:05 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      11:00 AM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      1:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 55m 8:35 AM Bristol Coach Station 12:30 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $18
FlixBus 3h 55m 11:45 AM Bristol Coach Station 3:40 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $18
FlixBus 3h 55m 2:05 PM Bristol Coach Station 6:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $18
National Express 5h 10m 9:50 AM Bristol Coach Station 3:00 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
National Express 5h 30m 11:50 AM Bristol Coach Station 5:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bristol to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      8:50 AM
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      11:00 AM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      1:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bristol to Manchester is $14 on 8/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Bristol and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between Bristol and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 21 daily buses from Bristol to Manchester. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 13 daily coaches between Bristol and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 58 buses from Bristol to Manchester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Bristol and Manchester, with 20 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bristol to Manchester

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 18 times every day by bus from Bristol to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bristol to Manchester starting from $14!

Cheapest Bus $14
Fastest Bus 3h 20m
Earliest Bus 11:00 AM
Latest Bus 7:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 18 Ø
Distance 140.8 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Bristol to Manchester

Every day, 18 buses from 2 bus companies leave Bristol for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
$22
Friday 07/24
$29
Saturday 07/25
$21
Sunday 07/26
$24
Monday 07/27
$20
Tuesday 07/28
$18
Wednesday 07/29
$18
Thursday 07/30
$18
Friday 07/31
$20
Saturday 08/01
$20
Sunday 08/02
$20
Monday 08/03
$19
Tuesday 08/04
$16
Wednesday 08/05
$14
Thursday 08/06
$17
Friday 08/07
$18
Saturday 08/08
$18
Sunday 08/09
$17
Monday 08/10
$18
Tuesday 08/11
$16
Wednesday 08/12
$14
Thursday 08/13
$16
Friday 08/14
$18
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Bristol to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bristol to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $14, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bristol to Manchester. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $18.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bristol to Manchester, with $18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $18.

How to save money travelling from Bristol to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bristol to Manchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bristol to Manchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bristol to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bristol to Manchester

These are the most booked bus companies between Bristol to Manchester from our users.

FlixBus from Bristol to Manchester

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Bristol to Manchester:

Cheapest Price $18
Fastest Bus 3h 20m
Earliest Bus 11:45 AM
Last Bus 7:30 PM
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 7/23/2026

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Bristol - Manchester

FlixBus
Alison Inker, 5/11/2025
My first experience of Flixbus and couldn’t fault it. The coach was in excellent condition, didnt notice the reg but it appeared fairly new, it was really clean inside, the seats were very comfortable ... My first experience of Flixbus and couldn’t fault it. The coach was in excellent condition, didnt notice the reg but it appeared fairly new, it was really clean inside, the seats were very comfortable, added bonus having toilet on board which was very clean & functioned well, the driver was so friendly & helpful. I usually drive to Manchester on a regular basis but it was nice to sit back, relax & enjoy the view. Nice to have the option to book the seat beside me so no-one sat there, so not disturbed. Definitely use this service again.

All bus stations and stops in Bristol and Manchester

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bristol and Manchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bristol to Manchester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bristol to Manchester? Or which bus companies serve the route Bristol to Manchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bristol to Manchester bus

How much does a Bristol Manchester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $14 and takes 3h 55m to reach Manchester. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bristol to Manchester?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $14 and $45. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Manchester.

On average, how many connections are available from Bristol to Manchester each day?

Every day, the Bristol to Manchester bus route is served by approximately 18 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bristol to Manchester take?

The fastest bus from Bristol to Manchester is offered by FlixBus and takes 3h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $22. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bristol to Manchester?

The earliest bus arriving in Manchester from Bristol starts at 11:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bristol to Manchester?

The latest bus trip departing from Bristol for Manchester starts at 7:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bristol Manchester route?

When traveling by bus from Bristol to Manchester, passengers can travel with FlixBus and National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Bristol and Manchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and National Express.

What can I take with me on the Bristol to Manchester bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bristol Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bristol Manchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bristol to Manchester on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Bristol to Manchester?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 18 daily trips between Bristol and Manchester. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bristol to Manchester?

Prices and availability for 18 trips between Bristol and Manchester change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bristol to Manchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Bristol and to Manchester

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bristol and to Manchester. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
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