How much is the bus ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester start from £27. The average price for this route is around £40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The average bus journey time from Bournemouth to Manchester is 13h 40m, covering a distance of 183 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The earliest bus departs from Bournemouth to Manchester at 16:10. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.

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

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

Bus Bournemouth to Manchester from £24 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Bournemouth to Manchester on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:25	Bournemouth	11h 45m	06:10	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	18:25	Bournemouth	11h 25m	05:50	Raby Street (Stop C)	No tags
Bus	13:10	Bournemouth	9h 50m	23:00	Raby Street (Stop C)	No tags
Bus	16:10	Bournemouth	9h 50m	02:00	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	18:25	Bournemouth	11h 45m	06:10	Shudehill	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel 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 £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 10mAverage duration

192 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£27 - £63	Average duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£37 - £464	Average duration4h 44m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£28 - £28	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
Visit page
B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
Visit page
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

3.5/511,458 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11458 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £27

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bournemouth to Manchester

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester start from £27. The average price for this route is around £40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Bournemouth to Manchester is 13h 40m, covering a distance of 183 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bournemouth to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Bournemouth to Manchester at 16:10. And the latest bus departs at 16:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bournemouth to Manchester?
A bus journey from Bournemouth to Manchester produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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

25/11

£31

26/11

£28

Today

£26

28/11

£31

29/11

£41

30/11

£33

01/12

£26

02/12

£24

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Manchester was searched and found on 2 Dec 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 Bournemouth to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £24 to £45 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 £24, which is on 2025-12-02.