How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Bridgend?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Bridgend start from $33. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Manchester to Bridgend?

The average bus travel time from Manchester to Bridgend is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 236 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Bridgend route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Bridgend at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Manchester to Bridgend generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Manchester to Bridgend from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Bridgend on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Shudehill	8h 5m	11:05pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Cheapest
Bus	6:20pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	6h 35m	12:55am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Fastest
Bus	8:50am	Shudehill	8h 5m	4:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	11:40am	Shudehill	8h 45m	8:25pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Shudehill	6h 55m	12:55am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bridgend on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:40am	Shudehill	8h 45m	8:25pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Cheapest
Bus	6:20pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	6h 35m	12:55am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Fastest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	12h 20m	1:05pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	8:50am	Shudehill	8h 5m	4:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Shudehill	8h 5m	11:05pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bridgend on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Shudehill	8h 5m	11:05pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Cheapest
Bus	9:10am	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	7h 45m	4:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Fastest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	12h 20m	1:05pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	8:50am	Shudehill	8h 5m	4:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	11:40am	Shudehill	8h 45m	8:25pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bridgend on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Shudehill	8h 5m	11:05pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Cheapest
Bus	9:10am	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	7h 45m	4:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Fastest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	12h 20m	1:05pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	8:50am	Shudehill	8h 5m	4:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	11:40am	Shudehill	8h 45m	8:25pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Bridgend on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Shudehill	8h 5m	11:05pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Cheapest
Bus	6:20pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	6h 35m	12:55am	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	Fastest
Bus	12:45am	Manchester Airport	12h 20m	1:05pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	8:50am	Shudehill	8h 5m	4:55pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags
Bus	11:40am	Shudehill	8h 45m	8:25pm	Bridgend-Sarn Bus Stop, Odeon (for McArthurGlen)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 1:20 PM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Bridgend

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bridgend. The journey takes about 3 hours 47 minutes, and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

3h 47mAverage Duration

238 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $134	Average Duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$106 - $322	Average Duration3h 47m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,476 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11476 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 $33

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Bridgend 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 Manchester to Bridgend?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Bridgend start from $33. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Manchester to Bridgend?
The average bus travel time from Manchester to Bridgend is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 236 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Bridgend route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manchester to Bridgend?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Bridgend at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 6:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Bridgend?
A bus trip from Manchester to Bridgend generates an estimated 6 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

11-28

$53

11-29

$51

Today

$61

12-01

$46

12-02

$33

12-03

$33

12-04

$34

12-05

$24

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Bridgend was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $84 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Bridgend based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-05.