How much is the bus ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester start from $49. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The average bus travel time from Bournemouth to Manchester is 13h 40m, covering a distance of 295 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bournemouth to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The earliest bus departs from Bournemouth to Manchester at 4:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Bournemouth to Manchester generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Bournemouth to Manchester from $45 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bournemouth to Manchester on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Bournemouth	11h 45m	6:10am	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	6:25pm	Bournemouth	11h 25m	5:50am	Raby Street (Stop C)	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Bournemouth	9h 50m	11:00pm	Raby Street (Stop C)	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Bournemouth	9h 50m	2:00am	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	6:25pm	Bournemouth	11h 45m	6:10am	Shudehill	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Bournemouth to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

309 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $117	Average Duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$69 - $861	Average Duration4h 44m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$51 - $51	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bournemouth and Manchester?

Stops in Bournemouth

A
Coach Station
Bournemouth (Coach Station), Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK
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B
Richmond Hill, 3
3 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HE, UK
C
Travel Interchange
Bath Rd, Bournemouth BH1, UK

Stops in Manchester

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,457 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11457 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $49

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bournemouth to Manchester by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester start from $49. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The average bus travel time from Bournemouth to Manchester is 13h 40m, covering a distance of 295 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bournemouth to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Bournemouth to Manchester at 4:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bournemouth to Manchester?
A bus trip from Bournemouth to Manchester generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-25

$58

11-26

$51

Today

$47

11-28

$57

11-29

$75

11-30

$61

12-01

$47

12-02

$45

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Manchester was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $45

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

You can expect to pay from $45 to $82 for a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-02.