The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 1 buses that leave Birmingham New Street (BHM) for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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 and coach for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 113 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) coaches for tomorrow, Monday 9 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:00 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2h10 | 22:10 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Buses from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 113 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 113 km |
Average bus duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)You can travel by bus between Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) with Megabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
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- 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.
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- 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).
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- 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.
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