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10:404h40
Barking
15:20Manchester
£161One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Barking to Manchester

The cheapest option from Barking to Manchester is coach, with an average price of £11. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Barking to Manchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 267 km

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Most popular Coach	Train	Flight
£11 Average Price Cheapest option	£79 Average Price	£136 Average Price
5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 11m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Barking to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Barking to Manchester coaches for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes	Tickets
	15:40 Barking	4h20	20:00 Manchester	0 changesdirect
This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Barking to Manchester coaches with Omio?

FlixBus as well as Go Ahead London offer coaches services from Barking to Manchester.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Barking to Manchester.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Go Ahead London to find the best option for your trip from Barking to Manchester.
Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barking to Manchester.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Barking to Manchester.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Barking to Manchester

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 41 buses per day from Barking to Manchester, including 41 direct buses, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 267 km distance in 4h 10m.

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

267 km

Average bus duration

4h 34m

Lowest ticket price

£8

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

4h 10m

First bus

0:05

Last bus

23:40

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Best time to book

6 days

Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, Go Ahead London from Barking to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Barking to Manchester with FlixBus, Go Ahead London for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 10m

Cheapest Price

£8

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Learn more about FlixBus

Go Ahead London

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

8h 31m

Cheapest Price

£94

Go Ahead London frequency

2 a day

FAQs: Barking to Manchester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking 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.

The earliest coach from Barking to Manchester leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Barking to Manchester leaves at 23:40.

Yes, there are 41 direct coaches a day from Barking to Manchester with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

When taking a coach from Barking to Manchester, you can count on FlixBus, Go Ahead London for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Barking and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Barking , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station . When arriving in Manchester , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Manchester, Airport.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from Barking to Manchester is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barking and Manchester including taking a coach, train and flight.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Barking to Manchester:

FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Barking to Manchester for coach company FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Barking to Manchester depends on the coach companies:

FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.

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 Barking to Manchester.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Barking to Manchester:

FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Barking to Manchester:

FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Barking to Manchester. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Barking to Manchester with the following coach company: FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Barking to Manchester with the following coach company: FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Barking to Manchester with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Barking and Manchester

Most Barking to Manchester buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. Use this guide to compare Barking and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Barking

Arrival bus stations in Manchester

Which Manchester station do buses from Barking arrive at?

Buses from Barking to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Some services arrive at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.

Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeShudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre

Bus163, 118, 119, 18, 112, 114, 117, 81 · 3m · £2 · every ~69 min

TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 2m · £2 · every ~23 min

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.

More about Manchester, Shudehill Interchange

Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East from Manchester city centre

Bus101, 15, 103, 102 · 14m · £2 · every ~31 min

Uk023, Ukn23, Uk071 · 21m · £0.89 · every ~2 min

Manchester, AirportManchester Airport, Manchester M90 3RR, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min

BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.89 · every ~2 min

43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min

43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min

TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min

Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min