How much does a bus ticket from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station cost?

The bus ticket price from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station starts at R 295. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station 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 Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station?

The average travel time between Manchester and Buchanan Bus Station is around , although the fastest bus will take about 3h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 296 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Manchester and Buchanan Bus Station?

The number of buses from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station?

When taking the bus from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station?

Buses travelling between Manchester and Buchanan Bus Station leave from Shudehill or Coach Station and arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Bus Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station from R 346 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	4h	00:20	Buchanan Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 10m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	23:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	7h 10m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	5h	21:10	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	4h 5m	06:15	Glasgow	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	5h 10m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	4h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	5h 10m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	5h	21:10	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	4h 5m	06:15	Glasgow	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	5h 10m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	20h 25m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	4h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	5h	21:10	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	4h 5m	06:15	Glasgow	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	5h 10m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	20h 25m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	4h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	5h	21:10	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	4h 5m	06:15	Glasgow	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	5h 10m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	20h 25m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	4h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	5h	21:10	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	4h	00:20	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	5h 10m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	20h 25m	21:10	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	4h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	5h	21:10	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	4h	00:20	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	5h 10m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	18h 15m	19:00	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	4h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Glasgow on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:10	Shudehill	4h 5m	06:15	Glasgow	Cheapest
Bus	20:20	Shudehill	4h	00:20	Buchanan Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	5h 10m	06:45	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport	18h 15m	19:00	Glasgow	No tags
Bus	04:00	Shudehill	4h 10m	08:10	Buchanan Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Buchanan Bus Station. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 373, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

295 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 295 - R 2 613	Average duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 373 - R 824	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stations and stops in Manchester and Buchanan Bus Station?

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
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 Glasgow

A
Buchanan Bus Station
Buchanan Street Bus Station, Killermont St, Glasgow G2 3NW, UK
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Official partners

National Express

4/529 741 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to customer reviews, National Express is highly praised for its polite staff and smooth journeys. Customers also appreciate the helpful and caring coach drivers. However, there are some negative experiences reported, such as buses not showing up at the designated stations and required stops that were not communicated in advance. Overall, National Express provides a pleasant travel experience with good value for money.

National Express Manchester Glasgow recent customer reviews

Very disappointed as was working as needed to be Glasgow The bus did not turn up at Manchester st chorlton bus station

Kurt W.

14 February 2023

Driver made a "required by law" stop of around 30-40 mins. Passengers should be notified at start of journey.

James C.

8 January 2023

Always a pleasure to travel with national express staff always polite and journey always smooth

Caroline K.

6 April 2022

Megabus UK

3.5/54 278 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

Passengers generally appreciate the service, noting friendly and attentive staff who handle luggage with care. The journeys are often smooth and comfortable, even when faced with delays or challenging conditions. However, some reviews mention that buses can be late at times and suggest improvements in cleanliness on board to enhance the travel experience further.

Megabus Manchester Glasgow recent customer reviews

It was 55 minutes late and the onboard toilet was horrendous. However the staff were extremely friendly and took really good care of my fragile luggage.

Isla H.

6 July 2025

Had 90 minutes delay from the pickup bus station and no apologies or anyone to confirm the delay. That was a very bad experience 😕

Pracious R.

13 October 2024

The journey was fine, it was quite warm at night when one is travelling the AC should be working, as it can get quite warm at night with a bus full of people

Sabha H.

23 September 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511 481 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Users have noted that the bus journey was comfortable and arrived early, with a friendly driver providing sufficient breaks. However, some passengers experienced discomfort due to high temperatures on board and mentioned the absence of toilet or drink breaks during their trip.

FlixBus Manchester Glasgow recent customer reviews

It was almost unbearably hot on the bus and there were no toilet or drink breaks. It did arrive early and was comfy enough.

Christine M.

9 February 2025

Driver was nice, sufficient breaks, nice drive

Robert N.

18 September 2024

Very very good👍

Segun K.

15 August 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Glasgow by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station cost?
The bus ticket price from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station starts at R 295. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station 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 Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station?
The average travel time between Manchester and Buchanan Bus Station is around , although the fastest bus will take about 3h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 296 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Manchester and Buchanan Bus Station?
The number of buses from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station?
When taking the bus from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, Megabus UK, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Buchanan Bus Station?
Buses travelling between Manchester and Buchanan Bus Station leave from Shudehill or Coach Station and arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.