The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Manchester
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
1 d 15 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 21 h 2 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1638 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Manchester will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £108.
Of the 5 buses that leave Budapest for Manchester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1638 km distance in an average of 1 d 21 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 15 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 d 2 h 40 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, coach and flight for Budapest to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 4.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £78, and a train costs an average of £450.
Distance: 1638 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£140 Average Price Cheapest | £145 Average Price | £458 Average Price |
36h 36m Average total duration 36h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 13m Average total duration 25h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.6 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.9 - 9.8kg 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
Budapest to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Manchester coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 47h10 | 05:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 43h20 | 02:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 44h35 | 05:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 40h45 | 02:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 40h20 | 02:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 44h10 | 05:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 44h15 | 06:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 43h55 | 06:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 49h30 | 13:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 52h35 | 16:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 52h45 | 17:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 53h30 | 17:55 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:35 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 49h30 | 16:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 44h50 | 13:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 47h55 | 16:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 38h55 | 11:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 39h15 | 11:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 51h50 | 00:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 51h30 | 00:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 51h00 | 00:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 50h40 | 00:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 49h55 | 00:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 49h35 | 00:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:59 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 49h11 | 00:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:59 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 49h31 | 00:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Manchester
Buses from Budapest to Manchester run on average 20 times per day, taking around 36h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £41 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 1638 km distance in 38h 30m.
Distance 1638 km |
Average bus duration 36h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 38h 30m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Manchester with FlixBus for as low as £41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Budapest to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Manchester
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
- 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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