The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Great Yarmouth
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Great Yarmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Great Yarmouth will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Great Yarmouth on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 282 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 10 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.
1:30 PM10h50Manchester12:20 AMGreat Yarmouth$791One-way0 transfers
1:30 PM10h50Manchester12:20 AMGreat Yarmouth$791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Manchester to Great Yarmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Great Yarmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $639.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $125 Average price | $874 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 32m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Great Yarmouth:
A bus is $64 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Great Yarmouth costing on average $125 (€103).
A bus is $813 (€665) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Great Yarmouth costing on average $874 (€715).
Other travel options to Great Yarmouth take longer:
Flight takes on average 7h 15m.
Bus takes on average 8h 2m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Manchester to Great Yarmouth Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:39AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 9h46 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:54AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 9h36 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 12:53PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 9h47 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 01:23PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 11h02 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 05:13PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 9h02 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Live departures
Manchester to Great Yarmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Great Yarmouth buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 PM Manchester | 10h50 | 12:20 AM Great Yarmouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Manchester to Great Yarmouth buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Bee Network to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Great Yarmouth.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or Bee Network to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Great Yarmouth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Great Yarmouth.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Great Yarmouth
Buses from Manchester to Great Yarmouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:12, the last at 17:22. The fastest bus covers the 175 miles (282 km) distance in 9h 35m.
Distance 175 miles (282 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 35m |
First bus 6:12 AM |
Last bus 5:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, Bee Network from Manchester to Great YarmouthYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Great Yarmouth with National Express, Megabus, Bee Network for as low as $34 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Great Yarmouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Great Yarmouth by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Great Yarmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Great Yarmouth
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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