What's the distance between Durham and Manchester by coach?

The journey from Durham to Manchester by coach covers an approximate distance of 94 miles (151 km).

What is the best way to go from Durham to Manchester without a car?

You can reach Manchester from Durham by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus from Durham to Manchester from £11 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Durham to Manchester on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:15	Durham Bus Station	3h 10m	14:25	Coach Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	15:30	Durham University	11h 50m	03:20	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	11:15	Durham Bus Station	3h 10m	14:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:15	Durham Bus Station	3h 10m	14:25	Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:15	Durham Bus Station	3h 45m	15:00	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:11 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Durham 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 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage duration

94 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £49	Average duration11h 50m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £142	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£23 - £23	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,271 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Based on 4271 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at £30

Megabus Durham Manchester recent customer reviews

It was a bit late but service was good. Asked driver to turn heater up which he did. Very comfortable journey.

Alison M.

11 November 2024

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Where are the popular stops in Durham and Manchester?

Stops in Durham

A - Durham Bus Station

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Manchester Airport

C - Coach Station

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Durham to Manchester

What's the distance between Durham and Manchester by coach?
The journey from Durham to Manchester by coach covers an approximate distance of 94 miles (151 km).
What is the best way to go from Durham to Manchester without a car?
You can reach Manchester from Durham by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/11

£16

15/11

£41

Today

No data

17/11

£13

18/11

£26

19/11

£26

20/11

No data

21/11

£13

The cheapest trip from Durham to Manchester was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £41 for a bus ticket from Durham to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-11-17.