The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Manchester
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 18 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
955 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Manchester will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £72.
Of the 3 buses that leave Basel for Manchester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 955 km distance in an average of 1 d 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 8 h 25 m 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 train, coach and flight for Basel to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £387.
Distance: 955 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£106 Average Price Cheapest | £136 Average Price | £394 Average Price |
29h 54m Average total duration 29h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 41m Average total duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Manchester coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:50 Basel | 27h05 | 12:55 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:35 Basel | 31h24 | 23:59 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Manchester
Buses from Basel to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 29h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £48 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 955 km distance in 24h 20m.
Distance 955 km |
Average bus duration 29h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 24h 20m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Basel to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Basel to Manchester with FlixBus for as low as £48. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Manchester
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
- 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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