Bridgend to Manchester bus with National Express

Fri, 07 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bridgend to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 08 Nov

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£14

Fastest journey

8 h 25 m

Average duration

8 h 25 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

238 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bridgend to Manchester will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Bridgend for Manchester 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 238 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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.

FlixBus
11:108h25
Bridgend
19:35Manchester
£141One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Bridgend to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgend to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 238 km

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Train

£26

Average Price

Cheapest

£70

Average Price

6h 25m

Average total duration

5h 55m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 50m

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30m

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Live departures

Bridgend to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bridgend to Manchester coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:29
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus03:30 Bridgend
8h00
11:30 Manchester0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bridgend to Manchester

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Buses from Bridgend to Manchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 238 km distance in 6h 30m.

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
238 km
Average bus duration
5h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
6h 30m
First bus
00:05
Last bus
23:55
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: National Express from Bridgend to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Bridgend to Manchester with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
£40
National Express frequency
9 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.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Bridgend to Manchester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgend 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 Bridgend to Manchester can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bridgend to Manchester is £24; 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 Bridgend to Manchester is 6 h 30 min   to travel the 147 mile long journey, with around there are 12 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bridgend to Manchester leaves at 00: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bridgend to Manchester leaves at 23: 40.
There are 12 coaches a day from Bridgend to Manchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Bridgend to Manchester you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Manchester from Bridgend on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Bridgend to Manchester by coach is January.
You have options as you can travel between Bridgend and Manchester 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Bridgend to Manchester has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bridgend to Manchester.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bridgend to Manchester.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bridgend to Manchester.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bridgend to Manchester needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bridgend to Manchester.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bridgend to Manchester.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bridgend to Manchester.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bridgend to Manchester.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Bridgend and Manchester

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    The major coach station for departures in Bridgend is Bridgend, Sarn Odeon. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgend, Sarn Odeon for your trip from Bridgend to Manchester.
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