The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bridgwater to Manchester
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bridgwater to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bridgwater to Manchester will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bridgwater for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 267 km distance in an average of 7 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bridgwater to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 267 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £59 Average Price | £73 Average Price |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bridgwater to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bridgwater to Manchester coaches for today, Monday 2 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:35 Bridgwater | 6h40 | 10:15 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:25 Bridgwater | 7h15 | 17:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bridgwater to Manchester
Buses from Bridgwater to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 267 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 267 km |
Average bus duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 04:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Bridgwater to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Bridgwater to Manchester with National Express, Megabus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
FAQs: Bridgwater to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater 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.

- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bridgwater and Manchester
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 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
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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