Bristol to Manchester Bus

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Date Tomorrow
Return + Return
Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from ≈ $26.99 £19.98
  • Average duration 4h 16m
  • Connections per day 37
  • Distance 227 km
  • CO₂ per person 20 kg

bus from Bristol to Manchester

The journey from Bristol to Manchester is about 227 km. On average a bus trip takes 4h 16m with 37 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ $26.99 £19.98
Trip duration 4h 16m
Connections per day 37
Lowest price ≈ $26.99 £19.98
Highest price ≈ $51.33 £38.00
First departure 01:00 AM
Last departure 10:00 PM
Distance 227 km
Departure Bristol
Arrival Manchester
Travel operator megabus, FlixBus
Find the best price
FlixBus15.89 kg CO₂
22:30Bristol - Bond Street
8h 5m
12:25Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
≈ $16.18 £11.98
1 changes
FlixBus15.89 kg CO₂
22:30Bristol - Bond Street
8h 5m
12:25Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
≈ $16.22 £12.01
1 changes
FlixBus15.89 kg CO₂
22:40Bristol Uni of West England
7h 55m
12:25Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
≈ $18.88 £13.98
1 changes

Next departures from Bristol to Manchester

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

National Express ≈ $8,699.23 £6,440.00
01:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 35m · 1 changes
07:35 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $8,431.77 £6,242.00
01:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 15m · 1 changes
07:15 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $7,815.80 £5,786.00
05:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h 50m · 1 changes
10:40 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $7,548.34 £5,588.00
05:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 25m · 1 changes
11:15 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $6,236.70 £4,617.00
07:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 10m · 1 changes
11:40 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $6,504.16 £4,815.00
07:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 45m · 1 changes
12:15 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $8,805.95 £6,519.00
09:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h 55m · 1 changes
13:55 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $8,805.95 £6,519.00
09:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 30m · 1 changes
14:30 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $8,699.23 £6,440.00
09:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 35m · 1 changes
15:15 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $6,610.88 £4,894.00
11:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 15m · 1 changes
16:15 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $7,147.15 £5,291.00
11:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 55m · 1 changes
16:55 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $6,744.61 £4,993.00
11:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h · 1 changes
17:50 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $6,744.61 £4,993.00
11:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 20m · 1 changes
17:10 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $5,942.23 £4,399.00
12:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 55m · 1 changes
18:40 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $6,477.15 £4,795.00
12:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 20m · 1 changes
18:05 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $6,236.70 £4,617.00
13:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 10m · 1 changes
19:00 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $5,165.51 £3,824.00
13:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 45m · 1 changes
19:35 Manchester, Coach Station
FlixBus ≈ $9,270.71 £6,863.06
14:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
3h 45m · direct
17:50 116673
FlixBus ≈ $9,270.71 £6,863.06
14:05 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
4h 5m · direct
18:10 Shudehill
FlixBus ≈ $63.46 £46.98
14:05 Bristol Bus Station (UK)
4h 5m · direct
18:10 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
FlixBus ≈ $63.46 £46.98
14:05 Bristol Bus Station (UK)
3h 45m · direct
17:50 Manchester (Moss Lane East)
National Express ≈ $6,343.42 £4,696.00
14:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
5h · 1 changes
20:30 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $6,343.42 £4,696.00
14:30 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 25m · 1 changes
19:55 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $5,701.78 £4,221.00
16:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 35m · 1 changes
21:40 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $5,969.24 £4,419.00
16:35 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 5m · 1 changes
21:10 Manchester Airport, MAN
FlixBus ≈ $5,959.75 £4,411.97
17:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
3h 25m · direct
20:35 116673
FlixBus ≈ $5,959.75 £4,411.97
17:10 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station
3h 40m · direct
20:50 Shudehill
FlixBus ≈ $42.52 £31.48
17:10 Bristol Bus Station (UK)
3h 25m · direct
20:35 Manchester (Moss Lane East)
FlixBus ≈ $42.52 £31.48
17:10 Bristol Bus Station (UK)
3h 40m · direct
20:50 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
National Express ≈ $5,701.78 £4,221.00
17:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 20m · 1 changes
23:10 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $6,236.70 £4,617.00
17:50 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h 50m · 1 changes
22:40 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $7,467.29 £5,528.00
19:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h 40m · 1 changes
00:45 Manchester Airport, MAN
National Express ≈ $9,823.11 £7,272.00
19:45 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 10m · 1 changes
01:15 Manchester, Coach Station
National Express ≈ $5,969.24 £4,419.00
21:00 Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
4h 50m · 1 changes
05:40 Manchester Airport, MAN
Megabus ≈ $7,200.79 £5,330.71
22:00 Bristol Bond St
4h 10m · direct
02:10 Shudehill
Megabus ≈ $6,154.30 £4,556.00
22:00 Bristol - Bond Street
4h 10m · direct
02:10 Manchester (Shudehill Interchange)
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.

Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service that operates in North America, Canada, and Europe. It was founded in 2003 and is owned by Stagecoach Group, a multinational transport company. Megabus retains its own brand in Britain and North America, but in Continental Europe, including France, Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands, its services have been rebranded as Flixbus since the acquisition by a German company in June 2016.

National Express is a British multinational public transport company that operates bus, and rail services in the UK, Europe, North Africa, and North America. The company was founded in 1972 and has its headquarters in Birmingham, UK. National Express operates a fleet of over 1,600 buses, serving over 900 destinations across the UK. The company also operates rail services in the UK, including the East Anglia franchise. 

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.

Accessibility

FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.

Food and drink

Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.

Power sockets

Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.

Bicycle

Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.

Wi-Fi

FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.

Entertainment portal

Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.

Luggage

On Megabus, you are allowed 20 kg of luggage and space for small items in the overhead compartments to keep essentials within reach.

Food and drink

Passengers are allowed to bring cold food, cold beverages, and hot drinks with a lid when traveling with Megabus.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available on board on Megabus, allowing passengers to update their social media in real-time.

Power sockets

On Megabus, each seat has a power outlet for charging devices during the trip.

Accessibility

The services are accessible to people with physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities. Megabus works with AbilityNet to ensure the website and services are usable by everyone.

Luggage

National Express allows two 20kg suitcases and one piece of hand luggage. Hard cases and wheeled bags must be stored in the hold. Extra and oversized luggage can be added for a fee. Pushchairs and buggies are stored for free.

Food and drink

Passengers can bring drinks (with safety lids) and cold food on National Express buses. No hot or strong-smelling food is allowed. Long journeys have refreshment stops.

Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available for browsing and social media on National Express buses. Additionally, the VUER entertainment service offers free access to TV shows, news, sports, and games on core routes.

Power sockets

USB ports are available at each seat on National Express for charging devices.

Accessibility

Assistance is provided for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, with continual improvements based on feedback on National Express buses.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 15.89kg
bus 17.02kg
flight 45.4kg
carpool 36.32kg

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