How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Hamilton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Hamilton start at R 493. The average price for this route is around R 736. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Hamilton?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Hamilton is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 291 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 40m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Hamilton 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 Manchester to Hamilton?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Hamilton at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

A bus trip from Manchester to Hamilton produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus from Manchester to Hamilton from R 464 | Compare & Save up to 55%

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Hamilton on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:10	Coach Station	4h 40m	19:50	Hamilton	CheapestFastest
Bus	15:10	Coach Station	4h 40m	19:50	Hamilton	No tags
Bus	23:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	6h 45m	06:20	Hamilton	No tags
Bus	23:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	6h 45m	06:20	Hamilton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:02 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Hamilton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Hamilton. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 344, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3hAverage duration

281 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 493 - R 958	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 417 - R 5 497	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 344 - R 450	Average duration3h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Hamilton?

Stops in Manchester

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

A
Hamilton Bus Station
Brandon Street, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire ML3 6DA, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 775 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Based on 29775 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 493

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Hamilton by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Hamilton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Hamilton start at R 493. The average price for this route is around R 736. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Hamilton?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Hamilton is 5h 35m, covering a distance of 291 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 40m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Hamilton 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 Manchester to Hamilton?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Hamilton at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Hamilton?
A bus trip from Manchester to Hamilton produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/12

R 778

16/12

R 543

Today

R 778

18/12

R 630

19/12

R 771

20/12

R 710

21/12

R 654

22/12

R 656

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Hamilton was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 543

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

You can expect to pay from R 543 to R 1 035 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Hamilton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 630, which is on 2025-12-18.