How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Manchester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Manchester start from $9. The average price for this route is around $19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Manchester?

The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Manchester is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 102 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 64 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Manchester?

The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Manchester at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Manchester?

A bus trip from Birmingham to Manchester generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Manchester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29875 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Manchester?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Manchester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Birmingham to Manchester from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Manchester on March 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:30pm	Coach Station	2h 40m	7:10pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:15am	Coach Station	1h 35m	7:50am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	Fastest
Bus	3:25am	Coach Station	2h 40m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	3:20am	Great Charles Street Queensway	2h 5m	5:25am	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	3:25am	Coach Station	2h 40m	6:05am	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:20 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 40mAverage Duration

114 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $98	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $301	Average Duration1h 29m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $32	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Birmingham and Manchester?

Stops in Birmingham

A
Coach Station
Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham B5 6DD, United Kingdom
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B
Birmingham Airport
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C
Bearwood
1 Hagley Rd W, Birmingham B17 8AL, UK
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D
67 Colmore Row
67 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3, United Kingdom
E
A457
A457, Birmingham B3, UK
F
Aston University
10 Jennens Rd, Birmingham B4 7ET, UK

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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C
Manchester Airport
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,875 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

The reviews highlight a positive experience with the bus service, emphasizing punctuality and friendly staff. Many users appreciated the helpfulness of drivers, especially in assisting with luggage and accommodating passengers' needs. The journey was generally smooth and comfortable, contributing to overall satisfaction among travelers.

National Express Birmingham Manchester recent customer reviews

Although the bus delayed in leaving the station but we got to Manchester on time, journey was smooth, the staff was lovely, except some passengers where noisy with their phones

Sibonile N.

December 12, 2024

Coach left on time . Driver was very helpful with luggage. Avery polite driver and journey was very smooth.

Sheila R.

May 6, 2024

The driver was super friendly and helpful throughout the journey. The coach was clean and comfortable.

Adele W.

February 23, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/512,275 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12275 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $14

Flixbus Birmingham Manchester recent customer reviews

Not sure

Decio G.

August 4, 2025

Really good experience with flixbus

Kashif S.

September 27, 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,306 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi2.6

Customers praise the professional customer representatives and good service at a reasonable cost. They appreciate the ease of online bookings and boarding process. However, some suggest checking toilet functionality before pickup, assisting with luggage handling, and ensuring USB charging ports work for a better experience.

Megabus Birmingham Manchester recent customer reviews

Bus was delayed, wasn’t even the official mega bus, randomly stopped at service stations even after running late. Was hot. Crammed. Bus inside was not the best a little rough and crammed

Chelsea M.

June 14, 2025

The bus was delayed by more than than 2 hour, so I lost my chance to get my flight from manchester airport.

Dafaalla M.

May 3, 2024

I enjoyed my experience, the driver was very courteous and provided the information I needed. The ride was also on time which I truly appreciate, the only down side is that all of the USB charging ports weren't working for me to charge my phone. I'm a visitor from Barbados and need my phone to be able to navigate the country. Outside of that I am very pleased

Jason T.

November 3, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Manchester by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Birmingham to Manchester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Birmingham to Manchester start from $9. The average price for this route is around $19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Birmingham to Manchester?
The average bus travel time from Birmingham to Manchester is 2h 20m, covering a distance of 102 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Birmingham to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 64 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Birmingham to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Birmingham to Manchester at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Birmingham to Manchester?
A bus trip from Birmingham to Manchester generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Birmingham to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29875 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Manchester?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Birmingham to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03-02

$14

03-03

$14

Today

$13

03-05

$11

03-06

$11

03-07

$11

03-08

$11

03-09

$10

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Manchester was searched and found on Mar 9, 2026 with a price of $10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Birmingham to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $62 for a bus ticket from Birmingham to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2026-03-09.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Birmingham to Manchester?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time2h 20m	Avg Price$19	Daily Departures64
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1h 29m	Avg Price$52	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time1h 40m	Avg Price$26	Daily Departures1