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Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Bath

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

today
$24
tomorrow
$21
Sunday
$24
Monday
$20
Tuesday
$17
Wednesday
$22
Thursday
$28

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 35m 4:45 PM Manchester Coach Station 1:20 AM Bath Bus Station  Economy $24
National Express 6h 53m 7:30 AM Manchester Coach Station 2:23 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $32
National Express 6h 54m 8:30 AM Manchester Coach Station 3:24 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $33
FlixBus 10h 10m 4:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 2:50 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $54
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:20 AM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $56

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 35m 4:45 PM Manchester Coach Station 1:20 AM Bath Bus Station  Economy $21
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:20 AM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $35
FlixBus 10h 25m 10:00 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $35
FlixBus 10h 10m 4:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 2:50 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $36
National Express 9h 4m 11:55 PM Manchester Coach Station 8:59 AM Bath Bus Station  Economy $43

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 10h 10m 4:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 2:50 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $24
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:20 AM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $25
FlixBus 9h 10m 2:20 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 11:30 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $25
National Express 8h 31m 9:45 PM Manchester Coach Station 6:16 AM Bath Bus Station  Economy $29
National Express 6h 46m 8:40 AM Manchester Coach Station 3:26 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $36

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 35m 4:45 PM Manchester Coach Station 1:20 AM Bath Bus Station  Economy $20
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:20 AM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $21
FlixBus 9h 10m 2:20 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 11:30 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $21
FlixBus 10h 10m 4:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 2:50 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $21
National Express 8h 31m 9:45 PM Manchester Coach Station 6:16 AM Bath Bus Station  Economy $29

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 10m 2:20 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 11:30 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $17
FlixBus 9h 30m 2:00 PM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 11:30 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $17
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:20 AM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $18
National Express 6h 56m 12:45 PM Manchester Coach Station 7:41 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $28
National Express 6h 56m 3:45 PM Manchester Coach Station 10:41 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $28

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 10h 10m 4:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 2:50 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $22
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:20 AM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $23
FlixBus 9h 20m 2:20 PM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 11:40 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $23
National Express 7h 59m 8:30 AM Manchester Coach Station 4:29 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $29
National Express 6h 56m 12:45 PM Manchester Coach Station 7:41 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $29

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 56m 3:45 PM Manchester Coach Station 10:41 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $28
National Express 6h 56m 12:45 PM Manchester Coach Station 7:41 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $29
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:20 AM Manchester Moss Lane East Station 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 10h 10m 4:40 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 2:50 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $30
FlixBus 10h 25m 10:00 AM Manchester Shudehill Interchange 8:25 PM Bath Bus Station  Economy $30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bath via Birmingham, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      9h 55m
      0
      12:20 AM
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      2:50 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
    • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • FlixBus
      6h 15m
      0
      4:00 AM
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      10:15 AM
      Bath
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $15
    Travel time is 2h 59m longer, but you will save $6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Manchester to Bath is $17 on 12/1/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Bath

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Bath are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily buses from Manchester to Bath. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 16 daily coaches between Manchester and Bath.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 38 buses from Manchester to Bath, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Bath, with 20 offers.

Facts about the bus from Manchester to Bath

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 16 times every day by bus from Manchester to Bath in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Bath starting from $17!

Cheapest Bus $17
Fastest Bus 6h 38m
Earliest Bus 4:10 AM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 16 Ø
Distance 145.3 miles
Bus Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Manchester to Bath

Every day, 16 buses from 2 bus companies leave Manchester for Bath: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$54
Saturday 12/06
$21
Sunday 12/07
$29
Monday 12/08
$20
Tuesday 12/09
$28
Wednesday 12/10
$29
Thursday 12/11
$28
Friday 12/12
$33
Saturday 12/13
$33
Sunday 12/14
$33
Monday 12/15
$35
Tuesday 12/16
$33
Wednesday 12/17
$33
Thursday 12/18
$33
Friday 12/19
$39
Saturday 12/20
$47
Sunday 12/21
$50
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
$72
Wednesday 12/24
$43
Thursday 12/25
$94
Friday 12/26
$92
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Bath

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Bath, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $17, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Manchester to Bath. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $28.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Bath, with $17. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Bath

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 Manchester to Bath 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 Manchester to Bath, 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 Manchester to Bath are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Bath

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

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 Manchester to Bath? Compare all modes of transports from Manchester to Bath.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Bath

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

FAQs about the Manchester to Bath bus

How much does a Manchester Bath bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $17 and takes 9h 10m to reach Bath. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $17 and $71. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bath.

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

Every day, the Manchester to Bath bus route is served by approximately 16 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Manchester to Bath is offered by National Express and takes 6h 38m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $46. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Bath?

The earliest bus arriving in Bath from Manchester starts at 4:10 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 Manchester to Bath?

The latest bus trip departing from Manchester for Bath starts at 11:59 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 Manchester Bath route?

When traveling by bus from Manchester to Bath, 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 Manchester and Bath?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Bath 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 Manchester to Bath 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 Manchester Bath 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 Manchester Bath 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 Manchester to Bath on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Manchester and to Bath

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Manchester and to Bath. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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