Bishopbriggs to Manchester bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bishopbriggs to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 18 Feb

Cheapest price

£0.00

Average price

£-0.01

Fastest journey

4 h 28 m

Average duration

4 h 28 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

298 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bishopbriggs to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

To travel from Bishopbriggs to Manchester you need to make at least one change.

First Greater Glasgow
22:124h28
Morar Crescent
02:40Manchester
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1 change

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Compare coach and train for Bishopbriggs to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bishopbriggs to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £86.

Distance: 298 km

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£26

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Cheapest

£86

Average Price

4h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 15m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 11m

Average total duration

5h 41m

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Bishopbriggs to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bishopbriggs to Manchester coaches for today, Tuesday 17 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 07:50
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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First Greater Glasgow09:45 Kirriemuir Gardens
5h35
15:20 Manchester1 change
First Greater Glasgow09:59 Morar Crescent
6h11
16:10 Manchester1 change
First Greater Glasgow10:09 Kirriemuir Gardens
6h01
16:10 Manchester2 changes
First Greater Glasgow22:12 Morar Crescent
4h28
02:40 Manchester1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bishopbriggs to Manchester

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Buses from Bishopbriggs to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.

There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 298 km distance in 4h 0m.

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
298 km
Average bus duration
4h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£26
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
4h 0m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:40
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

Bus providers: Megabus, First Greater Glasgow from Bishopbriggs to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Bishopbriggs to Manchester with Megabus, First Greater Glasgow for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
£19
Megabus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

First Greater Glasgow

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 28m
First Greater Glasgow frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Bishopbriggs to Manchester coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bishopbriggs to Manchester can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bishopbriggs to Manchester is £26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester is 4h 0m to travel the 298 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester leaves at 0:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester leaves at 23:40.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Bishopbriggs to Manchester with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester, you can count on Megabus, First Greater Glasgow for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bishopbriggs and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bishopbriggs , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, Hamilton, Bus Station (Interchange) . When arriving in Manchester , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport, Manchester, Coach Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Manchester from Bishopbriggs is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bishopbriggs and Manchester including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bishopbriggs to Manchester depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester.
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 Bishopbriggs to Manchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bishopbriggs to Manchester:
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bishopbriggs to Manchester:
  • 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.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bishopbriggs to Manchester with the following coach company: Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bishopbriggs and Manchester

Bishopbriggs
Manchester
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
carConnection
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Terminal Road North
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Coach Station
  • Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens

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