The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dagenham to Manchester
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dagenham to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dagenham to Manchester will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 3 buses that leave Dagenham for Manchester every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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 Dagenham to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dagenham to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 269 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price | £122 Average Price |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dagenham to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dagenham to Manchester coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:40 Dagenham | 4h40 | 19:20 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 05:30 Dagenham | 5h00 | 10:30 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dagenham to Manchester
Buses from Dagenham to Manchester run on average 27 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 27 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 269 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 269 km |
Average bus duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 3h 59m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Dagenham to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Dagenham to Manchester with FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dagenham to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dagenham 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 Dagenham and Manchester
- 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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