How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Durham?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Durham start from £12. The average price for this route is around £29. 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 Manchester to Durham?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Durham is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 50m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Durham route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Megabus UK , National Express .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Durham?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Durham at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.

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

A bus journey from Manchester to Durham produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Durham?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Durham?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Durham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Durham?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Durham on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Coach Station	3h 5m	20:05	Durham Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	9h 55m	13:55	Durham University	No tags
Bus	17:00	Coach Station	3h 5m	20:05	Durham Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	23h 15m	13:55	Durham University	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Durham on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:20	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 30m	19:50	Durham Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	17:00	Coach Station	2h 50m	19:50	Durham Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	9h 55m	13:55	Durham University	No tags
Bus	16:20	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 30m	19:50	Durham Bus Station	No tags
Bus	17:00	Coach Station	2h 50m	19:50	Durham Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Durham on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Coach Station	2h 50m	19:50	Durham Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	9h 55m	13:55	Durham University	No tags
Bus	16:20	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 30m	19:50	Durham Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:20	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 30m	19:50	Durham Bus Station	No tags
Bus	14:40	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	23h 15m	13:55	Durham University	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Durham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

94 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£12 - £43	Average duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£24 - £140	Average duration2h 52m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£11 - £11	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Durham?

Stops in Manchester

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

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Bus Station
28 North Road, Durham DH1 4SG, UK
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Compare bus companies

Megabus UK

3.5/54,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

National Express

4/529,736 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Durham

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 Manchester to Durham?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Durham start from £12. The average price for this route is around £29. 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 Manchester to Durham?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Durham is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 101 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 50m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Durham route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Megabus UK, National Express.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Durham?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Durham at 04:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Durham?
A bus journey from Manchester to Durham produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Durham?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Durham?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Durham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Durham?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

£34

26/11

£26

Today

£34

28/11

£28

29/11

£27

30/11

£24

01/12

£13

02/12

£26

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Durham was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £39 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Megabus UK will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.