Which bus from Bournemouth to Manchester is the cheapest?

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Compare all timetables for the bus from Bournemouth to Manchester

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bournemouth to Manchester from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
from $31
tomorrow
from $32
Friday
from $29
Saturday
from $28
Sunday
from $34
Monday
from $25
Tuesday
from $27

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 0m 3:20 AM Bournemouth Train Station 12:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $31
National Express 8h 55m 3:30 PM Bournemouth Train Station 12:25 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $33
National Express 8h 55m 10:05 AM Bournemouth University 7:00 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $33
National Express 8h 40m 4:40 AM Bournemouth Train Station 1:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $39
National Express 9h 50m 11:30 AM Bournemouth Train Station 9:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Manchester via Branksome, you can save more than $-2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 19m
      Bournemouth
      2 mi
      3:06 PM
      Branksome
      Station
      12:25 AM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $33

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 0m 3:20 AM Bournemouth Train Station 12:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $32
National Express 8h 40m 4:40 AM Bournemouth Train Station 1:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $33
National Express 8h 55m 3:30 PM Bournemouth Train Station 12:25 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $33
National Express 8h 15m 5:30 PM Bournemouth Train Station 1:45 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $35
National Express 8h 40m 5:30 AM Bournemouth Train Station 2:10 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Manchester via Branksome, you can save more than $0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      8h 39m
      Bournemouth
      2 mi
      5:06 PM
      Branksome
      Station
      1:45 AM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $32

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 0m 6:15 PM Bournemouth Train Station 2:15 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $29
National Express 8h 35m 3:20 PM Bournemouth Train Station 11:55 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $33
National Express 8h 55m 3:00 PM Bournemouth University 11:55 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $33
FlixBus 14h 0m 4:10 PM Bournemouth Coach Station 6:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $48
FlixBus 13h 40m 4:10 PM Bournemouth Coach Station 5:50 AM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $48

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 55m 3:00 PM Bournemouth University 11:55 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $28
National Express 8h 35m 3:20 PM Bournemouth Train Station 11:55 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $30
National Express 8h 0m 6:15 PM Bournemouth Train Station 2:15 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $32
National Express 8h 30m 12:30 PM Bournemouth Train Station 9:00 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $34
National Express 8h 55m 1:40 PM Bournemouth Train Station 10:35 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $34

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 35m 3:20 PM Bournemouth Train Station 11:55 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $34
National Express 8h 0m 6:15 PM Bournemouth Train Station 2:15 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $34
National Express 8h 30m 12:30 PM Bournemouth Train Station 9:00 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $36
FlixBus 14h 0m 4:10 PM Bournemouth Coach Station 6:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $59
FlixBus 13h 40m 4:10 PM Bournemouth Coach Station 5:50 AM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $59
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Manchester via Branksome, you can save more than $-2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 12m
      Bournemouth
      2 mi
      5:58 AM
      Branksome
      Station
      2:10 PM
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0 mi
      National Express
      Economy
      $36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bournemouth to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      11h 50m
      0
      1:50 AM
      Bournemouth
      Train Station
      9:10 AM
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      $21
    • Waiting Time 2h 0m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      11:10 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      1:40 PM
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
    Travel time is 3h 50m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 55m 3:00 PM Bournemouth University 11:55 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $25
National Express 8h 35m 3:20 PM Bournemouth Train Station 11:55 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $27
National Express 7h 35m 5:20 PM Bournemouth Train Station 12:55 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $27
FlixBus 13h 40m 4:10 PM Bournemouth Coach Station 5:50 AM Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy $49
FlixBus 14h 0m 4:10 PM Bournemouth Coach Station 6:10 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy $49

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 0m 3:20 AM Bournemouth Train Station 12:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $27
National Express 8h 40m 4:40 AM Bournemouth Train Station 1:20 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $27
National Express 9h 30m 6:20 AM Bournemouth Train Station 3:50 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $27
National Express 9h 10m 1:30 PM Bournemouth Train Station 10:40 PM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $27
National Express 8h 55m 3:30 PM Bournemouth Train Station 12:25 AM Manchester Coach Station  Economy $27

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bournemouth to Manchester is $15 on 8/31/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Bournemouth and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between Bournemouth and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 23 daily buses from Bournemouth to Manchester. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 17 daily coaches between Bournemouth and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 56 buses from Bournemouth to Manchester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Bournemouth and Manchester, with 17 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bournemouth to Manchester

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 20 times every day by bus from Bournemouth to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus $15
Fastest Bus 7h 35m
Earliest Bus 3:20 AM
Latest Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 20 Ø
Distance 191.5 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Bournemouth to Manchester

Every day, 20 buses from 2 bus companies leave Bournemouth for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/13/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/10
Monday 08/11
Tuesday 08/12
Wednesday 08/13
$31
Thursday 08/14
$32
Friday 08/15
$29
Saturday 08/16
$28
Sunday 08/17
$34
Monday 08/18
$25
Tuesday 08/19
$27
Wednesday 08/20
$25
Thursday 08/21
$25
Friday 08/22
$29
Saturday 08/23
$27
Sunday 08/24
$27
Monday 08/25
$27
Tuesday 08/26
$19
Wednesday 08/27
$17
Thursday 08/28
$25
Friday 08/29
$22
Saturday 08/30
$18
Sunday 08/31
$15
Monday 09/01
$15
Tuesday 09/02
$18
Wednesday 09/03
$19
Thursday 09/04
$19
Friday 09/05
$17
Saturday 09/06

The cheapest time to travel from Bournemouth to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $15, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bournemouth to Manchester. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $19.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester, with $15. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $29.

How to save money travelling from Bournemouth to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bournemouth to Manchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bournemouth to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bournemouth to Manchester

These are the most booked bus companies between Bournemouth to Manchester from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Bournemouth and Manchester

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bournemouth and Manchester.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bournemouth to Manchester? Compare all modes of transports from Bournemouth to Manchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bournemouth to Manchester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bournemouth to Manchester? Or which bus companies serve the route Bournemouth to Manchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bournemouth to Manchester bus

How much does a Bournemouth Manchester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 8h 55m to reach Manchester. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bournemouth to Manchester?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $76. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Manchester.

On average, how many connections are available from Bournemouth to Manchester each day?

Every day, the Bournemouth to Manchester bus route is served by approximately 20 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bournemouth to Manchester take?

The fastest bus from Bournemouth to Manchester is offered by National Express and takes 7h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $34. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The earliest bus arriving in Manchester from Bournemouth starts at 3:20 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bournemouth to Manchester?

The latest bus trip departing from Bournemouth for Manchester starts at 8:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bournemouth Manchester route?

When traveling by bus from Bournemouth to Manchester, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Bournemouth and Manchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Bournemouth to Manchester bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bournemouth Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bournemouth Manchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bournemouth to Manchester on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bournemouth to Manchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Bournemouth and to Manchester

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