How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Wolverhampton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Wolverhampton start at R 223. The average price for this route is around R 267. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Wolverhampton?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Wolverhampton is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 88 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Wolverhampton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Wolverhampton at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

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

A bus trip from Manchester to Wolverhampton produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus from Manchester to Wolverhampton from R 190 | Compare & Save up to 58%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Wolverhampton on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	CheapestFastest
	Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Wolverhampton on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Wolverhampton on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Wolverhampton on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	Fastest
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Wolverhampton on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	Fastest
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Wolverhampton on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	Fastest
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	23:40	Coach Station	1h 55m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags
Bus	00:05	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	1h 30m	01:35	Wolverhampton Bus Station, Pipers Row	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Wolverhampton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Wolverhampton. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage duration

100 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 223 - R 436	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 304 - R 2 523	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 163 - R 293	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Wolverhampton?

Stops in Manchester

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

A
Wolverhampton
Piper's Row, Wolverhampton WV1

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 753 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29753 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 223

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Wolverhampton by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Wolverhampton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Wolverhampton start at R 223. The average price for this route is around R 267. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Wolverhampton?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Wolverhampton is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 88 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Wolverhampton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Wolverhampton?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Wolverhampton at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Wolverhampton?
A bus trip from Manchester to Wolverhampton produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

06/12

R 405

07/12

R 405

Today

R 321

09/12

R 271

10/12

R 236

11/12

R 236

12/12

R 236

13/12

R 192

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Wolverhampton was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 192

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

You can expect to pay from R 192 to R 453 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Wolverhampton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 192, which is on 2025-12-13.