What is the travel distance from York to Manchester?

York and Manchester are 58 miles (93 km) apart.

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

The majority of buses traveling from York to Manchester start their journey at York Bus Stop (RC) and wind up at Shudehill. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Manchester City Football Club, The Crystal Maze Live Experience, Sightseeing Manchester, Jodrell Bank and John Rylands Library.

Bus York to Manchester from $15 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for York to Manchester on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00pm	York Bus Stop (RC)	3h 8m	7:08pm	628 Oldham Rd	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	York Bus Stop (RC)	2h 34m	10:44am	2 Broadway	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	York Bus Stop (RC)	2h 43m	10:53am	628 Oldham Rd	No tags
Bus	8:10am	York Bus Stop (RC)	2h 43m	10:53am	628 Oldham Rd	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	York Bus Stop (RC)	3h 8m	7:08pm	628 Oldham Rd	No tags
Bus	8:10am	York Bus Stop (RC)	2h 34m	10:44am	2 Broadway	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	York Bus Stop (RC)	2h 59m	6:59pm	2 Broadway	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	York Bus Stop (RC)	2h 59m	6:59pm	2 Broadway	No tags

Next departures for York to Manchester on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:55am	York Bus Stop (RC)	2h 58m	10:53am	628 Oldham Rd	Cheapest
Bus	7:55am	York Bus Stop (RC)	2h 49m	10:44am	2 Broadway	Fastest
Bus	7:55am	York Bus Stop (RC)	2h 58m	10:53am	628 Oldham Rd	No tags
Bus	7:55am	York Bus Stop (RC)	2h 49m	10:44am	2 Broadway	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from York to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

58 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $26	Average Duration2h 49m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $101	Average Duration1h 42m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $9	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,292 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.

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Yorkshire Coastliner

3.5/5360 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.9

Megabus UK

3.5/54,268 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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Where are the popular stops in York and Manchester?

Stops in York

A - York Bus Stop (RC)

B - University Of York Bus Stop

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from York to Manchester by bus

What is the travel distance from York to Manchester?
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What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

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The cheapest trip from York to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $18

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

You can expect to pay from $18 to $31 for a bus ticket from York to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-11-17.