Coventry to Manchester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 18 Jul

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£25

Fastest journey

3 h 15 m

Average duration

3 h 45 m

Buses per day

25

Distance

129 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Coventry to Manchester will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.

Fast coaches

Of the 25 buses that leave Coventry 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 129 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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.

National ExpressNX707 · NX120
17:154h25
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
21:40Manchester, Coach Station
£171One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX707 · NX120
14:304h10
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
18:40Manchester, Coach Station
£181One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX777 · NX120
15:554h35
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
20:30Manchester, Coach Station
£181One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX707 · NX120
19:403h30
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
23:10Manchester, Coach Station
£201One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX777 · NX120
15:004h35
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
19:35Manchester, Coach Station
£201One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Coventry to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £18.

Distance: 128 km

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Train

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

£47

Average Price

3h 43m

Average total duration

3h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 30m

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Fastest

2h 0m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Live departures

Coventry to Manchester bus times

Showing buses for today, Thursday 17 July
Last updated at 06:33
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX400 · NX121
On time
07:20 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
4h55
12:15 Manchester, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX707 · NX120
Delayed
18:55 09:35Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
3h45
13:20 Manchester, Coach Station
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
9h20
19:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
9h00
19:00 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East1 change
national_expressNX707 · NX120
Delayed
18:55 11:30Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
3h55
15:25 Manchester, Coach Station
1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
8h30
23:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus15:00 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
8h10
23:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus22:20 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
6h50
05:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus22:20 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
6h30
04:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East1 change
Friday 18 July
national_expressNX422 · NX424
On time
00:55 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
4h10
05:05 Manchester, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX42200:55 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
4h20
05:15 Manchester, Coach Station0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus01:35 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
7h55
09:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus02:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
8h40
10:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus02:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
8h20
10:30 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East1 change
national_expressNX777 · NX42103:20 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
3h15
06:35 Manchester, Coach Station1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus06:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
9h00
15:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East1 change
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus06:10 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
8h50
15:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Coventry to Manchester

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Buses from Coventry to Manchester run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
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
128 km
Average bus duration
3h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
16
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
3h 45m
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

Coach companies: National Express, Megabus and FlixBus Coventry to Manchester

Travel from Coventry to Manchester from £7 with Omio’s coach partners National Express, Megabus and FlixBus! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Coventry - Manchester coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from Coventry to Manchester coach information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: £15

Coaches from Coventry to Manchester

On any given day, passengers can expect to find seven direct departures between Coventry and Manchester. Journey times vary slightly, but any direct route should allow passengers to arrive in under four hours. Indirect services involving one change at Birmingham are also available. The fastest of these takes as little as three hours 45 minutes. Whether travelling direct or indirect, passengers can expect a range of departures offered by National Express.

Which coach companies travel from Coventry to Manchester?

All services between Coventry and Manchester are offered by National Express. With regular departures and a large fleet of coaches, National Express offers comprehensive services around the country. Whilst onboard, passengers can enjoy comfortable seating, air conditioning, WiFi and power sockets for smartphones and laptops. Luggage space is available overhead for smaller items, or within the hold. Passengers may bring two 20 kg cases each.

How long is the coach from Coventry to Manchester?

Journey times vary throughout the day, so it is important for passengers to ensure they have the best route when booking. The shortest direct journey takes three hours 15 minutes with the longest journey taking three hours 45 minutes. Indirect routes can take significantly longer depending on the wait time at Birmingham Coach Station.

How many coaches are there from Coventry to Manchester?

Passengers can expect seven direct departures from Coventry to Manchester every day of the week. A further four indirect services are also available, involving a change in Birmingham. Departure times are spread throughout the day, including some early morning departures for arrival in Manchester before 7:00 a.m.

What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Coventry to Manchester?

Departure coach station: Coaches from Coventry to Manchester depart from Coventry Coach Station, otherwise called Pool Meadow Bus Station. Just half a mile from Coventry train station, the coach station has 19 bays and is readily serviced by many bus routes including 8, 8A, 9, 9A, 11, 11U & 12X. Station facilities include car parking, shops and restrooms.

Arrival coach station: All passengers will alight at Manchester Coach Station. Manchester Piccadilly, the busiest train station in Manchester, is less than half a mile away, offering excellent connections to the rest of the country or the city. Centrally located, the Coach Station has excellent links to buses and trams for onward travel. Passengers can also choose to walk into the historic Northern Quarter.

FAQs: Coventry to Manchester coach

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Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Manchester

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Manchester
The major coach station for departures in Coventry is Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station for your trip from Coventry to Manchester.
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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
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WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
carConnection
Car connection
Fairfax Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps
WC
WC
  • Available near the waiting area.
Public transport options for Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station
  • Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
The major coach station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Coach Station for your trip to Manchester from Coventry.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Coach Station
  • Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
carConnection
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Terminal Road North
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street
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