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Market Hall Museum
Local history museum covering Warwickshire’s people, places and archaeology. Strong choice for understanding the county beyond the castle.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Warwick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Warwick will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 6 buses from Manchester to Warwick, including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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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Buses from Manchester to Warwick run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Warwick.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Warwick buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 10:10 AM Manchester | 2h35 | 12:45 PM Warwick | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Manchester | 2h30 | 8:00 PM Warwick | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Local history museum covering Warwickshire’s people, places and archaeology. Strong choice for understanding the county beyond the castle.
Castle interiors include curated displays of arms, state rooms and historic collections within one of England’s best-known fortresses.
Small military museum sharing the history of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers in Warwick. Ideal for regimental and social history.
Warwick’s principal park by the River Avon, with open lawns, sports areas and easy walks near the castle and town centre.
Historic central street lined with timbered buildings, independent shops and major sights. Best starting point for exploring old Warwick.
Leafy riverside path with pleasant views of the Avon, bridges and castle precinct. A relaxing break from the busier historic core.
A rich steamed suet pudding filled with beef and onion, long linked to the English Midlands and classic Warwickshire pub cooking.
Small meat pies traditionally sold at Warwickshire fairs and markets, valued for their portable size and seasoned minced meat filling.
A crumbly regional cheese from nearby Stratford-upon-Avon, often enjoyed in Warwick with bread, pickles, or ploughman’s lunches.
Refined tasting-menu restaurant with a strong national reputation, known for modern British cooking in an elegant setting.
Well-regarded independent bistro offering seasonal British and European plates in a relaxed, polished town-centre setting.
Historic pub dining inside Warwick Castle grounds, serving classic British dishes and ales in a characterful medieval atmosphere.
Warwick is moderate for UK travel: rooms and dining cost less than London, but tourist-area hotels and pub meals can add up. Local buses help keep transport costs reasonable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Warwick 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 Warwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Warwick buses use the Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Warwick 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, Princess Road / Moss Lane East is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. ATMs are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Accessible for wheelchairs.
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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