The cheapest and fastest coaches from Aviemore to Manchester
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Aviemore to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aviemore to Manchester will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 buses that leave Aviemore for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 425 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest buses will take 9 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Aviemore to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aviemore to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 425 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price | £151 Average Price |
7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration Fastest 5h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Aviemore to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Aviemore to Manchester coaches for today, Sunday 8 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:40 Aviemore | 9h00 | 01:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Aviemore to Manchester
Buses from Aviemore to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 425 km distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 425 km |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Aviemore to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Aviemore to Manchester with Megabus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Aviemore to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aviemore to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aviemore and Manchester
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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