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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
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newbury to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newbury to Manchester will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 1 buses that leave Newbury for Manchester on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 240 km distance in an average of 8 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 8 h 35 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.


Buses from Newbury to Manchester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Thames Travel | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Thames Travel | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Thames Travel | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Thames Travel | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $79 |
The table below shows live departures for Newbury to Manchester buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride | 7h50 | 10:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride | 7h40 | 11:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride | 7h20 | 10:50 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride | 7h15 | 11:10 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride | 7h35 | 11:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Newbury | 8h35 | 5:00 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Newbury to Manchester buses use the Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. Use this guide to compare Newbury 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, 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.
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