The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bologna to Manchester
Cheapest price
£168
Average price
£201
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 45 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
1403 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Manchester will cost around £201 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £168.
To travel from Bologna to Manchester you need to make at least 3 changes.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:3041h30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)16:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£1681One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:3041h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)15:45Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£1691One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus15:4035h20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)2:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£1761One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:2038h40Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)12:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£1831One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus18:1036h40Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)5:50Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£2111One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus15:4035h20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)2:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£1761One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:2036h30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)12:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£2451One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus18:1036h40Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)5:50Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£2111One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus18:1037h00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)6:10Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£2111One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:2038h15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)11:35Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£2421One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bologna to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £562.
Distance: 1403 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£118 Average Price | £102 Average Price Cheapest | £562 Average Price |
37h 38m Average total duration 37h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 27m Average total duration 22h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.4 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.2 - 8.4kg 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
Bologna to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Manchester coaches for today, Friday 29 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 37h00 | 6:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 36h40 | 5:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 40h40 | 12:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 39h30 | 12:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 38h15 | 11:35 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 41h30 | 16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 41h15 | 15:45 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 30 May | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 36h30 | 12:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 35h20 | 2:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Manchester
Buses from Bologna to Manchester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 37h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1403 km distance in 33h 45m.
Distance 1403 km |
Average bus duration 37h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 33h 45m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
FAQs: Bologna to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Manchester
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
- 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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