How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Birmingham?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Birmingham 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 Manchester to Birmingham?

The average bus travel time from Manchester to Birmingham is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 102 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Birmingham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 60 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

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

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Birmingham at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Manchester to Birmingham 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 Manchester to Birmingham?

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 29872 reviews.

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

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 Manchester to Birmingham?

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 Manchester to Birmingham?

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 Manchester to Birmingham from $9 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Manchester to Birmingham on February 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 40m	10:55pm	Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:15pm	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 40m	9:55pm	Coach Station	Fastest
Bus	2:45am	Coach Station	1h 50m	4:35am	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	2:50am	Shudehill	1h 55m	4:45am	Great Charles Street Queensway	No tags
Bus	2:45am	Coach Station	1h 50m	4:35am	Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:17 PM GMT.

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

114 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $97	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $300	Average Duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $31	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Birmingham?

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

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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,875 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Users have shared positive experiences with National Express, highlighting the punctuality and comfort of their journeys. The staff is often described as professional and warm, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. However, some users noted communication issues regarding destinations and ticketing information at Manchester Airport. Despite these concerns, many travelers express satisfaction with the service overall.

National Express Manchester Birmingham recent customer reviews

the coach was comfortable however the bathroom door was confusing and very heavy

Callum L.

January 4, 2026

The bus had a false start and then the driver made a quick stop to see what was happening in the coach toilet. Other than that, the journey was fie and we still arrived a little earlier than expected.

Frankie R.

June 21, 2025

The trip was lovely and the bus came on time. But there are some observations such as having multiple sounds of friction of plastic parts of the bus.

Abas S.

December 11, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/512,232 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12232 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $13

Flixbus Manchester Birmingham recent customer reviews

Unfortunately, my recent experience with FlixBus was not very good. The bus was scheduled to arrive at 12:45 PM, but it didn’t reach until 1:15 PM. Due to this delay, I missed my connecting bus from Birmingham to Cheltenham, which was scheduled to depart at 1:05 PM. This caused a lot of inconvenience and disrupted my travel plans. I hope FlixBus improves its punctuality and better coordinates connections for passengers in the future.

Muhammad H.

June 26, 2025

Very good very good professional driver excellent

Soleyman S.

January 1, 2026

Megabus UK

3.5/54,306 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi2.6

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the comfort and reliability of the service. The staff is frequently described as friendly and helpful, contributing to a pleasant travel experience. Additionally, there are mentions of good connections that enhance convenience for travelers.

Megabus Manchester Birmingham recent customer reviews

The bus was extremely late And it was cold And when I arrived at my destination there was no announcement

Petra Oselumense O.

October 11, 2024

I have previously had positive experiences however this time, the driver driving as well as his companion spoke Al laughed exceptionally loud, playing chaotic tik toks and giving me and my girlfriend looks of disgust the entire journey.

Gabi W.

July 11, 2024

I can eat as much cheese as I like with relative ease whilst luxuriating in my capacious area.

James H.

April 27, 2024

GB bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Birmingham 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 Manchester to Birmingham?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Birmingham 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 Manchester to Birmingham?
The average bus travel time from Manchester to Birmingham is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 102 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Birmingham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 60 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manchester to Birmingham?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Birmingham at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Birmingham?
A bus trip from Manchester to Birmingham 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 Manchester to Birmingham?
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 29872 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Birmingham?
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 Manchester to Birmingham?
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 Manchester to Birmingham?
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

02-18

$15

02-19

$16

Today

$15

02-21

$14

02-22

$14

02-23

$11

02-24

$10

02-25

$10

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Birmingham was searched and found on Feb 25, 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 Manchester to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $10 to $62 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $10 which is on 2026-02-25.

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 Manchester to Birmingham?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time2h 25m	Avg Price$19	Daily Departures60
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1h 31m	Avg Price$45	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel time1h 50m	Avg Price$25	Daily Departures2