The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Keswick
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Keswick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Keswick will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Keswick on Tue, Mar 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 31 the direct buses cover the 137 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Tue, Mar 31 the slowest buses will take 3 h 21 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.
08:24AM3h21Manchester11:45AMKeswick$621One-way0 transfers
08:24AM3h21Manchester11:45AMKeswick$621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Keswick
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Keswick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$55 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Manchester to Keswick Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Northern Rail | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 12:08PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 09:39AM | Arrival Time 01:06PM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 10:39AM | Arrival Time 02:07PM | Duration 3h28 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 11:39AM | Arrival Time 03:06PM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Northern Rail | Departure Time 11:39AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 12:39PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Northern Rail | Departure Time 01:39PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h51 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Transpennine Express | Departure Time 01:39PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h56 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Northern Rail | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Live departures
Manchester to Keswick bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Keswick buses for today, Monday, March 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:24 AM Manchester | 3h21 | 11:45 AM Keswick | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Keswick
Buses from Manchester to Keswick run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 06:22, the last at 22:47. The fastest bus covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 06:22 |
Last bus 22:47 |
FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Keswick
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Keswick 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 Keswick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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