How much is the bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester?

The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Manchester start from £30. The average price for this route is around £39. 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 Southampton to Manchester?

The average bus journey time from Southampton to Manchester is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 172 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Southampton to Manchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Manchester at 10:45. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.

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

A bus journey from Southampton 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 Southampton to Manchester from £29 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Southampton to Manchester on 19 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Southampton	9h	02:00	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	17:00	Southampton	12h 25m	05:25	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	17:15	Southampton University	12h 35m	05:50	Raby Street (Stop C)	No tags
Bus	17:15	Southampton University	12h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	No tags
Bus	17:15	Southampton University	8h 45m	02:00	Shudehill	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Manchester

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 4 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

4h 6mAverage duration

178 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£30 - £62	Average duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£36 - £420	Average duration4h 6m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£25 - £25	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Manchester?

Stops in Southampton

A
Southampton Coach Station
20 Harbour Parade, Southampton SO15 1BA, UK
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B
Southampton Bus Stop
563 Vincents Walk, Southampton SO14, UK
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C
W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton
Wyndham Pl, Southampton SO15, UK
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D
Bus Stop Queensway
51-55 Above Bar St, Southampton, Southampton SO14 7DZ, UK
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E
Southampton Central
Western Esplanade, Southampton SO15 1QJ, UK
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F
Ferry Terminal
7 Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2ET, UK
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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
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
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E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
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F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
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FlixBus

3.5/512,100 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12100 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £30

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Southampton 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 Southampton to Manchester?
The cheapest coach tickets from Southampton to Manchester start from £30. The average price for this route is around £39. 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 Southampton to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Southampton to Manchester is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 172 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Southampton to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Southampton to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Southampton to Manchester at 10:45. And the latest bus departs at 17:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Southampton to Manchester?
A bus journey from Southampton 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.

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£28

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£29

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The cheapest trip from Southampton to Manchester was searched and found on 18 Jan 2026 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £30 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £29, which is on 2026-01-21.