Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£21
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
7 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
8 h 15 m
Buses on 07 Sept
15
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bournemouth station (BMH) 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 Bournemouth station (BMH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) you need to make at least one change.
NX035 · NX541
NX035 · NX540
NX035 · NX541
NX035 · NX540
NX035 · NX540
NX160 · NX120
NX035 · NX540
NX160 · NX541
NX160 · NX541
NX035 · NX540Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a train costs an average of £43.
Distance: 307 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price | £73 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average £43.
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 3m.
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £73 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £47. The journey takes 8h 3m versus 4h 43m 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth station (BMH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX035 · NX540 | 3:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 8h50 | 12:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX540 | 5:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 8h50 | 13:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX540 | 5:40 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 9h00 | 14:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX541 | 7:45 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 8h20 | 16:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX541 | 7:55 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 9h50 | 17:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX540 | 8:50 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 9h10 | 18:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX541 | 11:10 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 8h20 | 19:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX540 | 12:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 8h40 | 21:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX540 | 13:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 9h10 | 22:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX120 | 15:00 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 7h55 | 22:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX541 | 15:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 9h05 | 0:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX541 | 16:20 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 9h20 | 1:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX540 | 18:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 8h00 | 2:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX424 | 19:15 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 10h50 | 6:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX035 · NX421 | 20:30 Bournemouth, Coach Station | 11h05 | 7:35 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Bournemouth station (BMH) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:40, the last at 17:15. The fastest coach covers the 307 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 307 km |
Average bus duration 8h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 3:40 |
Last bus 17:15 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth station (BMH) 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.
