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Science and Industry Museum
Leading museum of science, industry, transport, and computing on a historic railway site. Essential for understanding Manchester's global impact.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Durham to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Manchester will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 11 buses that leave Durham for Manchester on Wed, Jul 22, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 150 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Durham to Manchester:
A bus is $29 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham to Manchester costing on average $45 (€45).
Other travel options to Manchester take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 22m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Manchester buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:25 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 3h55 | 11:20 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 3h50 | 2:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 AM Sunderland, Interchange | 3h15 | 2:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 3h55 | 4:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 3h50 | 5:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 3h15 | 5:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 3h55 | 8:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 3h50 | 9:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Sunderland, Interchange | 3h15 | 9:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 3h55 | 10:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 PM Darlington, Feethams (Dolphin Centre) | 2h50 | 10:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Durham to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€5) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Most Durham to Manchester buses use the Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Coach Station. Use this guide to compare Durham and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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