Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough: National Express Assistance Priority seating Accessible toilets. FlixBus Assistance Priority boarding Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Manchester to Middlesbrough?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Manchester to Middlesbrough depends on the bus providers: 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. FlixBus You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Manchester to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Manchester to Middlesbrough: National Express Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage. FlixBus One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Can I book additional luggage for the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Manchester to Middlesbrough: National Express 10€ per additional bag. FlixBus Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough. The following conditions apply: FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed Guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Middlesbrough

Showing times and prices for Apr 23

Cheapest price

$14

Average price

$33

Fastest journey

2 h 20 m

Average duration

2 h 35 m

Buses per day

Distance

138 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Middlesbrough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Middlesbrough will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.

Fast buses

Of the 11 buses that leave Manchester for Middlesbrough every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Apr 23 the direct buses cover the 138 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.

FlixBus

11:50AM2h40

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange

02:30PMMiddlesbrough, Newport Road

$141One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

07:50AM2h40

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange

10:30AMMiddlesbrough, Newport Road

$151One-way

0 transfers

NX171 · NX133

08:25AM4h20

Manchester, Coach Station

12:45PMMiddlesbrough, Newport Road

$291One-way

1 transfer

NX171 · NX133

01:55PM3h55

Manchester, Coach Station

05:50PMMiddlesbrough, Newport Road

$331One-way

1 transfer

NX170 · NX133

06:10PM3h45

Manchester, Coach Station

09:55PMMiddlesbrough, Newport Road

$341One-way

1 transfer

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Compare train and bus for Manchester to Middlesbrough

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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€19 Average price Cheapest	€42 Average price
3h 20m Average duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 13m Average duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Manchester to Middlesbrough bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 23

Last updated at 11:02 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
NX172	Delayed 8:35 AM 6:40 AMManchester, Coach Station	2h55	9:35 AM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	6:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	2h40	9:30 AM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	0 transfersDirect
NX171 · NX133	7:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station	4h20	11:45 AM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	1 transfer
NX172	On time 10:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station	2h30	1:15 PM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	10:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	2h40	1:30 PM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	0 transfersDirect
NX170 · NX426	Delayed 5:10 PM 11:40 AMManchester, Coach Station	3h05	2:45 PM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	1 transfer
NX171 · NX133	12:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station	3h55	4:50 PM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	1 transfer
NX172	On time 2:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station	2h45	5:15 PM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	0 transfersDirect
NX170 · NX133	On time 5:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station	3h45	8:55 PM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	1 transfer
NX172	On time 7:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station	2h20	9:35 PM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	0 transfersDirect
NX172	On time 10:59 PM Manchester, Coach Station	3h01	2:00 AM Middlesbrough, Newport Road	0 transfersDirect
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Overview: Bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough

United Kingdom

Buses from Manchester to Middlesbrough run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

85 miles (138 km)

Average bus duration

2h 50m

Cheapest ticket price

$8 (€6)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

2h 20m

First bus

07:50

Last bus

23:59

Price information

Bus companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus from Manchester to Middlesbrough

Megabus, National Express and FlixBus buses will get you from Manchester to Middlesbrough from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus to Middlesbrough from Manchester, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Bus information from Manchester to Middlesbrough with National Express:

Average Duration: 2 h 20 min
Cheapest Price: $27
National Express frequency: 3 a day

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Manchester to Middlesbrough bus information with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 2 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: $7
FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

TransPennine Express from Manchester to Middlesbrough bus information:

Average Duration: 2 h 18 min
Cheapest Price: $32

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough

FAQs: Take the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Middlesbrough.

Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Middlesbrough can start from as little as $8 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Manchester to Middlesbrough is $24 (€19); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester to Middlesbrough bus travel time is 2 h 20 min for the 86 mile (138 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough leaves at 7: 50AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough leaves at 11: 59PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to Middlesbrough without having to change trains with National Express or FlixBus. There are 8 direct buses from Manchester to Middlesbrough each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the journey from Manchester to Middlesbrough you can take a bus with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services to Middlesbrough from Manchester on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Middlesbrough, Bus Station, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Middlesbrough from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough is February.

You have options as you can travel between Manchester and Middlesbrough 2 different ways: train or bus.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough:

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough for bus companies National Express and FlixBus.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus providers National Express and FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Manchester to Middlesbrough depends on the bus providers:

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.
FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Manchester to Middlesbrough, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Manchester to Middlesbrough:

National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Manchester to Middlesbrough:

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough with the following bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Manchester to Middlesbrough with the following bus providers: National Express and FlixBus.

Popular bus stations from Manchester to Middlesbrough

Manchester

Middlesbrough

The major bus station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Coach Station for your trip from Manchester to Middlesbrough.

Manchester, Coach Station Wifi