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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
6 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
6 h 58 m
Buses on 14 Sept
9
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least 2 changes.
NX403 · NX54015:159h15Bath, Bus Station0:30Manchester, Coach Station£201One-way1 change- NX403 · NX54018:158h00Bath, Bus Station2:15Manchester, Coach Station£221One-way1 change
- BLX39 · NX100 · NX12013:206h55Bath, Bus Station20:15Manchester, Coach Station£241One-way2 changes
- BLX39 · NX105 · NX54111:357h55Bath, Bus Station19:30Manchester, Coach Station£241One-way2 changes
- BLX39 · NX104 · NX54114:357h00Bath, Bus Station21:35Manchester, Coach Station£251One-way2 changes
- BLX39 · NX111 · NX5419:206h45Bath, Bus Station16:05Manchester, Coach Station£271One-way2 changes
- BLX39 · NX100 · NX12013:206h55Bath, Bus Station20:15Manchester, Coach Station£241One-way2 changes
- BLX39 · NX100 · NX5908:056h55Bath, Bus Station15:00Manchester, Coach Station£271One-way2 changes
- BLX39 · NX104 · NX54114:357h00Bath, Bus Station21:35Manchester, Coach Station£251One-way2 changes
- BLX39 · NX101 · NX12110:057h15Bath, Bus Station17:20Manchester, Coach Station£251One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £99.
Distance: 234 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price | £99 Average Price | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £40.
A coach is £75 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £99.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 39m.
Coach takes on average 4h 56m.
Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 4h 56m versus 3h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Megabus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX403 · NX540 | 18:35 Bath, Bus Station | 7h40 | 2:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Monday 14 September | |||||
| BLX39 · NX100 · NX121 | 5:40 Bath, Bus Station | 7h20 | 13:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| BLX39 · NX100 · NX590 | 8:05 Bath, Bus Station | 6h55 | 15:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| BLX39 · NX111 · NX541 | 9:20 Bath, Bus Station | 6h45 | 16:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| BLX39 · NX101 · NX121 | 10:05 Bath, Bus Station | 7h15 | 17:20 Manchester, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| BLX39 · NX105 · NX541 | 11:35 Bath, Bus Station | 7h55 | 19:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| BLX39 · NX100 · NX120 | 13:20 Bath, Bus Station | 6h55 | 20:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| BLX39 · NX104 · NX541 | 14:35 Bath, Bus Station | 7h00 | 21:35 Manchester, Coach Station | 2 changes | |
| NX403 · NX540 | 15:15 Bath, Bus Station | 9h15 | 0:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX403 · NX540 | 18:15 Bath, Bus Station | 8h00 | 2:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:40, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 234 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 234 km |
Average bus duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 4:40 |
Last bus 22:20 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with National Express, Megabus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath Spa (BTH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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