York to Manchester bus from $7 (€6) with National Express

Cheap bus tickets from York to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Oct 16

Cheapest

Average

$18

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

Cheapest

11:00AM2h10

York, Leeman Road

01:10PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

$91One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

09:30PM2h10

York, Leeman Road

11:40PMManchester

$91One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

10:21AM4h09

York

02:30PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

$211One-way

1 transfer

10:21AM4h49

York

03:10PMManchester, Airport

$251One-way

1 transfer

11:57AM3h53

York

03:50PMManchester, Airport

$251One-way

1 transfer

York to Manchester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 16

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National Express	06:25AM York	3h10	09:35AM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express	07:26AM York	3h44	11:10AM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express	09:26AM York	2h59	12:25PM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
Megabus	10:21AM York	4h09	02:30PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	1 transfer
Megabus	10:21AM York	4h49	03:10PM Manchester, Airport	1 transfer
National Express	10:30AM York	3h25	01:55PM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	11:00AM York, Leeman Road	2h10	01:10PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
Megabus	11:57AM York	3h53	03:50PM Manchester, Airport	1 transfer
National Express	12:00PM York	3h10	03:10PM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express	01:00PM York	3h40	04:40PM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express	03:01PM York	3h09	06:10PM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express	04:05PM York	3h20	07:25PM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express	05:37PM York	3h03	08:40PM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express	06:06PM York	3h24	09:30PM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express	08:07PM York	3h18	11:25PM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
National Express	09:08PM York	3h42	12:50AM Manchester, Coach Station	1 transfer
FlixBus	09:30PM York, Leeman Road	2h10	11:40PM Manchester	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from York to Manchester?

The best time to book your bus from York to Manchester is 49 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the York to Manchester route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from York to Manchester per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from York to Manchester.

Buses

from $20

Trains

from $26

Bus times from York to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Oct 16

Fastest Journey

2 h 10 m

Average

3 h 22 m

Buses per day

Distance

93 km

Of the 17 buses that leave York for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

11:00AM2h10

York, Leeman Road

01:10PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

$91One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

09:30PM2h10

York, Leeman Road

11:40PMManchester

$91One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

09:26AM2h59

York

12:25PMManchester, Coach Station

$281One-way

1 transfer

05:37PM3h03

York

08:40PMManchester, Coach Station

$261One-way

1 transfer

03:01PM3h09

York

06:10PMManchester, Coach Station

$261One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from York to Manchester

Distance	57 miles (92 km)
Average bus duration	2 h 10 min
Average bus ticket price	$14 (€12)
Bus frequency	2 a day
Direct bus	Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day
Bus providers	National Express, Megabus or FlixBus

Buses from York to Manchester cover the 57 miles (92 km) long route taking on average 2 h 10 min with our travel partners like National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. Normally, there are 2 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $14 (€12), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $7 (€6). Travelers depart most frequently from York, Leeman Road and arrive in Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.

Bus companies: National Express, Megabus and TransPennine Express from York to Manchester

You can travel by bus to Manchester from York with National Express, Megabus and TransPennine Express for as low as $13 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

National Express is the leading bus company for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 buses a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveler in mind. All National Express buses are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most buses are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the York - Manchester bus: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from York to Manchester bus information:

Average Duration: 3 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: $17
National Express 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 York to Manchester bus information:

Average Duration: 1 h 16 min
Cheapest Price: $26

FAQs: Bus from York to Manchester

FAQs: Take the bus from York to Manchester 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 York to Manchester.

Cheap bus tickets from York to Manchester can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for York to Manchester is $14 (€12); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the York to Manchester bus time is 2 h 10 min covering the 57 mile (92 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from York to Manchester leaves at 9: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from York to Manchester leaves at 8: 13 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from York to Manchester without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 2 direct buses from York to Manchester each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

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

Passengers board the bus most frequently from York, Leeman Road, which is located around 0.5 miles (771 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Manchester from York is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from York to Manchester by bus is September.

You have options as you can travel from York to Manchester 2 different ways: train or bus.