How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Stirling?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Stirling start from £57. The average price for this route is around £57. 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 Stirling?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Stirling is 7h 3m, covering a distance of 194 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 38m and is operated by Megabus UK .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Stirling route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Megabus UK , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Stirling at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:20.

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

A bus journey from Manchester to Stirling produces an estimated 8 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 Stirling?

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 4274 reviews.

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

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 Stirling?

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 Stirling?

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 Stirling from £29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Stirling on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	6h 55m	23:05	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	Cheapest
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	5h 38m	09:38	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	Fastest
Bus	14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	8h 43m	23:23	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	No tags
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	6h 40m	08:50	Stirling (Castleview P&R)	No tags
Bus	15:20	Shudehill	8h 3m	23:23	Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Stirling

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stirling. The journey takes about 7 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just £57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

7h 3mAverage duration

194 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£57 - £59	Average duration7h 3m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£28 - £28	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Stirling?

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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B
Manchester Airport
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C
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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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 Stirling

A
Stirling Bus Station (Stance 2)
Goosecroft Rd (Stance 2), Stirling FK8, UK
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B
Stirling Bus Stop
50A Murray Pl, Stirling FK8 2BX, UK

Compare bus companies

Megabus UK

3.5/54,279 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,492 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Stirling

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 Stirling?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Stirling start from £57. The average price for this route is around £57. 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 Stirling?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Stirling is 7h 3m, covering a distance of 194 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 38m and is operated by Megabus UK.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Stirling route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Megabus UK, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Stirling?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Stirling at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Stirling?
A bus journey from Manchester to Stirling produces an estimated 8 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 Stirling?
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 4274 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Stirling?
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 Stirling?
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 Stirling?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to Stirling was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £29

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

You can expect to pay from £29 to £52 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Stirling based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2025-12-02.