How much does a bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester cost?

The bus ticket price from Southampton to Manchester starts at US$32. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Southampton 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 Southampton to Manchester?

The average travel time between Southampton and Manchester is around 12h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 293 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Southampton and Manchester?

The number of buses from Southampton to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Southampton to Manchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Southampton to Manchester?

When taking the bus from Southampton to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Megabus UK.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton to Manchester?

Buses travelling between Southampton and Manchester leave from Southampton Coach Station or Southampton Bus Stop and arrive at Shudehill, Manchester Airport, Coach Station.

Bus Southampton to Manchester from US$31 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Southampton to Manchester on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:00	Southampton	12h 25m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
17:15	Southampton University	12h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Fastest
17:00	Southampton	13h 10m	06:10	Shudehill	No tags
17:00	Southampton	12h 50m	05:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	No tags
17:15	Southampton University	12h 55m	06:10	Shudehill	No tags

Next departures from Southampton to Manchester on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:00	Southampton	12h 25m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Cheapest
17:15	Southampton University	12h 10m	05:25	Manchester Airport	Fastest
17:00	Southampton	13h 10m	06:10	Shudehill	No tags
17:00	Southampton	12h 50m	05:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	No tags
17:15	Southampton University	12h 55m	06:10	Shudehill	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:39 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

292 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$32 - US$91	Average duration12h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$47 - US$546	Average duration4h 6m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$27 - US$45	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Bus Southampton to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53

Average bus trip duration12h 35m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure17:00

Distance289 km

Latest bus departure17:15

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 153 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54 261 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting comfortable seating and good value for budget prices. The drivers are noted to be particularly skilled. However, some travelers mentioned minor issues such as confusion about pickup locations and a lack of announcements regarding trip progress or delays.

Megabus Southampton Manchester recent customer reviews

Bus was late I was waiting at the bus stop for nearly 2 hours and I didn't even get any update, it was loads of stress, it was raining out side, and after all the waiting the bus come to a completely different stop

Lukas K.

1 June 2024

A particularly good driver, comfortable bus, I would have like more announcements along the way as to the progress and delays etc. my trip was 30 minutes late.

Tony G.

4 April 2024

I had difficulty in finding the pickup stop on East Terrace in Southampton. It would appear the stop is at 1C and not 1D as indicated on the ticket. Otherwise, everything was great.

Moses A.

4 July 2022

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Southampton to Manchester Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Manchester?

Stops in Southampton

A - Southampton Coach Station

B - Southampton Bus Stop

C - W. Esplanade Bus Station - Southampton

D - Bus Stop Queensway

E - Southampton Central

F - Ferry Terminal

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Manchester Airport

C - Coach Station

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Southampton - Manchester

How much does a bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester cost?
The bus ticket price from Southampton to Manchester starts at US$32. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Southampton 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 Southampton to Manchester?
The average travel time between Southampton and Manchester is around 12h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 293 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Southampton and Manchester?
The number of buses from Southampton to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Southampton to Manchester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Southampton to Manchester?
When taking the bus from Southampton to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton to Manchester?
Buses travelling between Southampton and Manchester leave from Southampton Coach Station or Southampton Bus Stop and arrive at Shudehill, Manchester Airport, Coach Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

31/10

US$49

01/11

US$58

Today

US$53

03/11

US$31

04/11

US$53

05/11

US$48

06/11

US$49

07/11

US$45

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Manchester was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$31

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 US$31 to US$64 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 US$31, which is on 2025-11-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Southampton to Manchester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Southampton to Manchester.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Southampton to Manchester will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Southampton to Manchester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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