The cheapest and fastest coaches from Battersea to Manchester
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
264 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Battersea to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Battersea to Manchester will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 buses that leave Battersea 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 264 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
20:004h25Battersea00:25Manchester£101One-way0 changes
20:004h25Battersea00:25Manchester£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Battersea to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Battersea to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 264 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price | £97 Average Price |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Battersea to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Battersea to Manchester coaches for today, Sunday 29 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:00 Battersea | 5h05 | 13:05 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Battersea to Manchester by coach, train or flight
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Why should you book Battersea to Manchester coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Battersea to Manchester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Battersea to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Battersea to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Battersea to Manchester
Buses from Battersea to Manchester run on average 39 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 38 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 264 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 264 km |
Average bus duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 38 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Battersea to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Battersea to Manchester with Megabus, National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Battersea to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Battersea 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Battersea 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
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