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Compare train, coach and flight for Bracknell to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bracknell to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 251 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£28 Average Price Cheapest | £109 Average Price | £125 Average Price |
6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Bracknell to Manchester by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Bracknell to Manchester coaches with Omio?
Megabus as well as National Express or Thames Valley Buses offer coaches services from Bracknell to Manchester.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bracknell to Manchester.
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 or Thames Valley Buses to find the best option for your trip from Bracknell to Manchester.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bracknell to Manchester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express or Thames Valley Buses to find the best option for your trip from Bracknell to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Bracknell to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bracknell to Manchester
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Buses from Bracknell to Manchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 251 km distance in 8h 42m.
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 251 km |
Average bus duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 8h 42m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
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, National Express, Thames Valley Buses from Bracknell to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Bracknell to Manchester with Megabus, National Express, Thames Valley Buses for as low as £22. 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 45m
Cheapest Price
£21
Megabus frequency
6 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
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 42m
Cheapest Price
£22
National Express frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Thames Valley Buses
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 44m
Thames Valley Buses frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Bracknell to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bracknell 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Bracknell to Manchester can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bracknell to Manchester is £28; 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 Bracknell to Manchester is 8h 42m to travel the 251 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 Bracknell to Manchester leaves at 0:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bracknell to Manchester leaves at 23:55.
There are 12 coaches a day from Bracknell to Manchester which require at least one change with Megabus, National Express, Thames Valley Buses. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bracknell to Manchester, you can count on Megabus, National Express, Thames Valley Buses for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bracknell and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bracknell , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bracknell, Bus Station, Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride . When arriving in Manchester , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bracknell, Bus Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Manchester from Bracknell is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 42m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bracknell to Manchester is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bracknell and Manchester including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bracknell 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bracknell to Manchester for coach company Megabus, National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bracknell 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.
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Bracknell to Manchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bracknell 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bracknell 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bracknell to Manchester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bracknell to Manchester with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bracknell to Manchester with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bracknell to Manchester with the following coach company: Megabus, National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bracknell and Manchester
Bracknell
Manchester
The major coach station for departures in Bracknell is Bracknell, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bracknell, Bus Station for your trip from Bracknell to Manchester.
Bracknell, Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
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The major coach station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Coach Station for your trip to Manchester from Bracknell.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxis
AccessibilityWC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Chorlton StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
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
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:30
Car connection
ShudehillWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
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