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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Arle Court | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | No tags | |||||
| Arle Court | Shudehill | No tags | |||||
| Arle Court | Shudehill | No tags | |||||
| Arle Court | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | No tags | |||||
| Arle Court | Shudehill | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cheltenham to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Cheltenham to Manchester: Trip Overview
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Cheltenham to Manchester Bus
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How much does a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Manchester cost?
The bus ticket price from Cheltenham to Manchester starts at US$14. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cheltenham to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cheltenham to Manchester?
The average travel time between Cheltenham and Manchester is around 7h 10m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 177 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cheltenham and Manchester?
The number of buses from Cheltenham to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cheltenham to Manchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cheltenham to Manchester?
When taking the bus from Cheltenham to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Megabus UK.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cheltenham to Manchester was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cheltenham to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$38 for a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12, which is on 2025-11-06.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cheltenham and Manchester!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cheltenham to Manchester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cheltenham to Manchester.
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Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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