Manchester to Guildford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Guildford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept

Cheapest price on 29 Sept

565Kč

Average ticket price on 29 Sept

771Kč

Fastest journey on 29 Sept

6 h 50 m

Average journey duration on 29 Sept

7 h 25 m

Buses on 29 Sept

2

Distance

274 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Guildford will cost around 771Kč if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 565Kč.

Fast coaches

On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 2 buses from Manchester to Guildford, including 2 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 274 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 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.

  • National Express
    1:40 PM6h50
    Manchester
    8:30 PMGuildford
    565 Kč1One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    1:30 PM8h00
    Manchester
    9:30 PMGuildford
    976 Kč1One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Manchester to Guildford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Guildford coaches for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX540 · NX0309:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station
7h10
4:10 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 change
National ExpressNX540 · NX03011:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station
7h55
7:25 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 change
National ExpressNX540 · NX0302:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station
7h20
10:00 PM Guildford, Egerton Road1 change
National ExpressNX424 · NX03011:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station
11h10
11:05 AM Guildford, Egerton Road1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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National Express operates all coaches services from Manchester to Guildford.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Guildford

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Buses from Manchester to Guildford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 471Kč if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 274 km distance in 5h 55m.

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
274 km
Average bus duration
6h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
471Kč
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
5h 55m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
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

Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to GuildfordYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Guildford with National Express for as low as 471Kč. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
5h 55m
Cheapest National Express Price
471Kč
National Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Manchester to Guildford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Guildford by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Guildford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Guildford can start from as little as 471Kč when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Guildford is 992Kč; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Manchester to Guildford is 5h 55m to travel the 274 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Manchester to Guildford leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester to Guildford leaves at 11:55 pm.
There are 5 coaches a day from Manchester to Guildford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Manchester to Guildford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Guildford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester and Guildford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Guildford, Egerton Road, located 2 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester and Guildford including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester to Guildford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Guildford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester to Guildford depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester to Guildford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Guildford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Guildford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester to Guildford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Manchester to Guildford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Guildford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester to Guildford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Guildford

Most Manchester to Guildford buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to Guildford, Egerton Road station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Guildford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Manchester
Arrival bus stations in Guildford

Which Manchester station do buses to Guildford leave from?

Buses from Manchester to Guildford leave from Manchester, Coach Station. The station is from Manchester city centre at Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom.
Manchester, Coach StationChorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 33, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 1m · 52Kč · every ~231 min

Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.

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