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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Burton-on-Trent to Manchester
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Burton-on-Trent to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burton-on-Trent to Manchester will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Burton-on-Trent to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus11:504h40Derby, Bus Station16:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£191One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:504h40Derby, Bus Station16:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£191One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Burton-on-Trent to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burton-on-Trent to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 85 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Burton-on-Trent to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Burton-on-Trent to Manchester coaches for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:31 Burton-on-Trent | 3h05 | 11:36 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:55 Burton-on-Trent | 5h25 | 17:20 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Burton-on-Trent to Manchester
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Buses from Burton-on-Trent to Manchester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 85 km |
Average bus duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 1m |
First bus 3:35 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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FAQs: Burton-on-Trent to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burton-on-Trent 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Burton-on-Trent and Manchester
Most Burton-on-Trent to Manchester buses use the Derby, Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Burton-on-Trent and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do buses from Burton-on-Trent arrive at?
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
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