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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 on Oct 20
L 148
Average ticket price on Oct 20
L 180
Fastest journey on Oct 20
8 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
9 h 20 m
Buses on Oct 20
11
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plymouth to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Manchester will cost around L 180 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only L 148.
It's difficult to get from Plymouth to Manchester without transferring at least once.
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NX101 · NX121
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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Plymouth to Manchester run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at L 122 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 229 miles (370 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 229 miles (370 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price L 122 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price L 166 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price L 174 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price L 157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price L 148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price L 194 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price L 148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price L 169 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price L 282 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price L 320 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price L 148 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price L 289 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price L 275 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price L 176 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price L 312 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price L 207 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price L 275 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price L 148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 12h06 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price L 200 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 12h06 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price L 148 |
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Manchester buses for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 12h06 | 12:05 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 11h51 | 11:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 9h15 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 9h40 | 3:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 10h10 | 6:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 9h45 | 5:35 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
NX101 · NX121 | 8:10 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 9h10 | 5:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 9h40 | 8:45 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 10h05 | 9:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
NX104 · NX541 | 12:40 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 8h55 | 9:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 10h10 | 2:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 transfer | |
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Most Plymouth to Manchester buses use the Plymouth, Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Plymouth, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth, Coach Station. ATMs are available at Plymouth, Coach Station.
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth, Coach Station.
Available at Plymouth, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth, Coach Station: Station is accessible with ramps and level access.
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, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
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