How far is Bournemouth from Manchester?

Bournemouth and Manchester are 192 miles (309 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Bournemouth to Manchester leave from Coach Station and arrive at Shudehill. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Manchester United Musuem and Tour Centre, Manchester City Football Club, Ordsall Hall, Jodrell Bank and National Football Museum.

Bus Bournemouth to Manchester from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bournemouth to Manchester on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:25pm	Bournemouth	11h 25m	5:50am	Raby Street (Stop C)	No tags
Bus	6:25pm	Bournemouth	11h 45m	6:10am	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Bournemouth	9h 50m	11:00pm	Raby Street (Stop C)	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Bournemouth	9h 50m	2:00am	Shudehill	No tags
Bus	6:25pm	Bournemouth	11h 25m	5:50am	Raby Street (Stop C)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Bournemouth to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

192 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $82	Average Duration13h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$48 - $610	Average Duration4h 44m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$36 - $36	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bournemouth and Manchester?

Stops in Bournemouth

A
Coach Station
Bournemouth (Coach Station), Bournemouth BH8 8DL, UK
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B
Richmond Hill, 3
3 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth BH2 6HE, UK
C
Travel Interchange
Bath Rd, Bournemouth BH1, UK

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
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Manchester by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/21

$43

11/22

$53

Today

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11/24

$42

11/25

$40

11/26

$35

11/27

$34

11/28

$39

The cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $58 for a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-11-27.