What is the distance between Manchester and York?

About 58 miles (93 km) separate Manchester and York.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to York?

If you're headed to York from Manchester, chances are that your bus will leave from Shudehill and arrive at York Bus Stop (RC). These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Manchester to York from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to York on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:37am	495 Oldham Rd	3h 16m	11:53am	York Station Rd, Stop RC, outside Rail Stn	Cheapest
Bus	8:45am	16 Broadway	3h 8m	11:53am	York Station Rd, Stop RC, outside Rail Stn	Fastest
Bus	8:37am	495 Oldham Rd	3h 16m	11:53am	York Station Rd, Stop RC, outside Rail Stn	No tags
Bus	11:22am	495 Oldham Rd	3h 31m	2:53pm	York Station Rd, Stop RC, outside Rail Stn	No tags
Bus	11:22am	495 Oldham Rd	3h 31m	2:53pm	York Station Rd, Stop RC, outside Rail Stn	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:18 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to York

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach York. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

58 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $33	Average Duration3h 27m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$11 - $103	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$14 - $14	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,711 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,328 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Manchester York recent customer reviews

Driver was friendly, helpful and communicative

Maryam R.

July 28, 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,271 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and York?

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Coach Station

C - Manchester Airport

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Stops in York

A - York Bus Stop (RC)

B - University Of York Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to York by bus

What is the distance between Manchester and York?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to York?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/14

$20

11/15

$13

Today

$20

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11/18

$13

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The cheapest trip from Manchester to York was searched and found on Nov 15, 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 Manchester to York, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $23 for a bus ticket from Manchester to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-11-18.