How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Aberdeen?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Aberdeen start from £15. The average price for this route is around £33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Aberdeen?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Aberdeen is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 253 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 5m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Aberdeen route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Aberdeen?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Aberdeen at 02:10. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.

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

A bus journey from Manchester to Aberdeen produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Aberdeen?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4283 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Aberdeen?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Manchester to Aberdeen from £17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Aberdeen on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:10	Shudehill	9h 40m	01:50	Aberdeen Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Manchester to Aberdeen on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:10	Shudehill	9h 40m	01:50	Aberdeen Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	02:10	Shudehill	9h 25m	11:35	Aberdeen Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures from Manchester to Aberdeen on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	02:10	Shudehill	9h 25m	11:35	Aberdeen Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	16:10	Shudehill	9h 40m	01:50	Aberdeen Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Aberdeen on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	02:10	Shudehill	9h 25m	11:35	Aberdeen Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	16:10	Shudehill	9h 40m	01:50	Aberdeen Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:28 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Aberdeen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Aberdeen. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 40mAverage duration

254 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£15 - £54	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£31 - £31	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Aberdeen?

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 Aberdeen

A
Aberdeen Bus Station
Guild Street, Aberdeen AB11 5PJ
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,546 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,283 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Aberdeen

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

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Aberdeen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Aberdeen start from £15. The average price for this route is around £33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Aberdeen?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Aberdeen is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 253 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 5m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Aberdeen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Aberdeen?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Aberdeen at 02:10. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Aberdeen?
A bus journey from Manchester to Aberdeen produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Aberdeen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Megabus UK, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 4283 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Aberdeen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Aberdeen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Aberdeen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Megabus UK, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

05/12

£36

06/12

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Today

£17

08/12

£24

09/12

£19

10/12

£20

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Aberdeen was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £17

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

You can expect to pay from £17 to £46 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Aberdeen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-09.