Find coaches from Southampton to Manchester

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Next departures from Southampton to Manchester on 29 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Megabus UK
Solent University (Stop IA)
Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)No tags
Megabus UK
Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU)
Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)No tags
Megabus UK
Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU)
ShudehillNo tags
Megabus UK
Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU)
Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)No tags
Megabus UK
Southampton Airport Parkway (SOU)
ShudehillNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Manchester

Bus
Average priceUS$35 - US$89Average duration12h 35m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$47 - US$553Average duration4h 6m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$31 - US$31Average duration4h 20m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Southampton to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 4 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just US$47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
4h 6mAverage duration
US$47Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Southampton to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$45
Average bus trip duration12h 35m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure17:00
Distance180 miles
Latest bus departure17:15

Southampton to Manchester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Southampton - Manchester

  1. How far is Manchester from Southampton by coach?

    The journey from Southampton to Manchester by coach covers an approximate distance of 182 miles (293 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Southampton to Manchester without a car?

    The best way to go from Southampton to Manchester without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. 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
27/09
US$44
28/09
US$32
Today
US$39
30/09
No data
01/10
US$37
02/10
US$31
03/10
US$38
04/10
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Southampton to Manchester was searched and found on 2 Oct 2025 with a price of US$31

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

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$50 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31, which is on 2025-10-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Southampton to Manchester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Southampton to Manchester.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Southampton to Manchester will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Southampton to Manchester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Will you be returning to Southampton by bus?

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Train from Southampton to Manchester

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