Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about) | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about) | Shudehill | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swindon, Freshbrook (West of Blagrove R’about) | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Swindon Bus Station | Raby Street (Stop C) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Swindon Bus Station | Shudehill | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Swindon to Manchester
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
6bus per day
9h 40mAverage Duration
217 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$44 - $109 | Average Duration9h 40m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$27 - $27 | Average Duration3h 20m | 9kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Swindon and Manchester?
Stops in Swindon
- A66 New Bridge Cl, Swindon SN1, UK
- B
Swindon Bus Stop
Crombey St, Swindon, Swindon SN1, UK
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Swindon to Manchester by bus
What is the distance between Swindon and Manchester?
The distance covered from Swindon to Manchester is 217 km (135 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Swindon to Manchester?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Swindon Coach Station, in Swindon, and end it at Shudehill, in Manchester.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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The cheapest trip from Swindon to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $25To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swindon to Manchester, as early as possible.
