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NX007 · NX540
4:207h50
Canterbury, Bus Station
12:10Manchester, Coach Station
£231One-way
1 change
NX022 · NX541
7:009h25
Canterbury, Bus Station
16:25Manchester, Coach Station
£241One-way
1 change
NX022 · NX540
10:509h05
Canterbury, Bus Station
19:55Manchester, Coach Station
£241One-way
1 change
NX007 · NX540
5:308h20
Canterbury, Bus Station
13:50Manchester, Coach Station
£261One-way
1 change
NX007 · NX540
14:158h45
Canterbury, Bus Station
23:00Manchester, Coach Station
£331One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Canterbury to Manchester

The cheapest option from Canterbury to Manchester is coach, with an average price of £26. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Manchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 333 km

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Most popular Coach	Train	Flight
£26 Average Price Cheapest option	£84 Average Price	£145 Average Price
7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 5m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Canterbury to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Manchester coaches for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
NX007 · NX540	On time 4:20 Canterbury, Bus Station	7h50	12:10 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
NX007 · NX540	On time 5:30 Canterbury, Bus Station	8h20	13:50 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
NX022 · NX541	On time 7:00 Canterbury, Bus Station	9h25	16:25 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
NX007 · NX540	On time 8:50 Canterbury, Bus Station	8h50	17:40 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
NX022 · NX540	On time 10:50 Canterbury, Bus Station	9h05	19:55 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
NX022 · NX540	On time 12:50 Canterbury, Bus Station	9h00	21:50 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
NX007 · NX540	On time 14:15 Canterbury, Bus Station	8h45	23:00 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
NX022 · NX541	On time 16:15 Canterbury, Bus Station	8h10	0:25 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
NX007 · NX540	On time 17:50 Canterbury, Bus Station	8h25	2:15 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change
NX022 · NX424	19:55 Canterbury, Bus Station	10h10	6:05 Manchester, Coach Station	1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Canterbury to Manchester

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 12 buses per day from Canterbury to Manchester, including direct buses, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 333 km distance in 7h 40m.

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

333 km

Average bus duration

7h 26m

Lowest ticket price

£17

Buses per day

Fastest bus

7h 40m

First bus

0:05

Last bus

23:55

Cheapest Month

Dec

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

7 days

Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Canterbury to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Canterbury to Manchester with National Express for as low as £17. 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

7h 40m

Cheapest Price

£17

National Express frequency

12 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.

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FAQs: Canterbury to Manchester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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.

The earliest coach from Canterbury to Manchester leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Canterbury to Manchester leaves at 23:55.

There are 12 coaches a day from Canterbury to Manchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.

When taking a coach from Canterbury to Manchester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Canterbury and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

The cheapest month for a coach from Canterbury to Manchester is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Canterbury and Manchester including taking a coach, train and flight.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Canterbury to Manchester:

National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Canterbury to Manchester for coach company National Express.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Canterbury to Manchester depends on the coach companies:

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 Canterbury to Manchester.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Canterbury to Manchester:

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 Canterbury to Manchester:

National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Canterbury to Manchester.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Canterbury to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Canterbury to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Canterbury to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Manchester

Most Canterbury to Manchester buses use the Canterbury, St. Georges Lane to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Airport. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Canterbury

Arrival bus stations in Manchester

Canterbury, St. Georges Lane

City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury, St. Georges Lane from Canterbury city centre

Bus21, 400, 401, Uni1, Uni2 · 14m · £3 · every ~22 min

Canterbury, University Of KentUniversity of Kent, Canterbury CT2 7NZ, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Canterbury, University Of Kent from Canterbury city centre

Canterbury, University Of Kent is 1 km from Canterbury city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus4, 4X, 5, 6, 6A

Canterbury, University Of Kent bus station facilities and services

Canterbury, University Of Kent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located on campus, near the student union.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury, University Of Kent: Elevators, ramps.

Which Manchester station do buses from Canterbury arrive at?

Buses from Canterbury to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester, Coach Station. Some services arrive at Manchester, Airport, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.

Manchester, Coach StationChorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre

Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 33, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 1m · £2 · every ~231 min