The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dundee to Manchester
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dundee to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Manchester will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Dundee to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
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Compare coach and train for Dundee to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 335 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £83 Average Price |
7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dundee to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Manchester coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 05:55 Dundee | 8h25 | 14:20 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:25 Dundee | 8h15 | 01:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:45 Dundee | 7h30 | 03:15 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
![]() | 01:45 Dundee | 9h45 | 11:30 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dundee to Manchester
Buses from Dundee to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:46. The fastest coach covers the 335 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 335 km |
Average bus duration 6h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:46 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Dundee to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Dundee to Manchester with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Dundee to Manchester
Dundee in Scotland is connected to Manchester in the North-West of England by National Express buses. Passengers can board the first service of the day just before 9:00 a.m. and the journey takes around 6 hours 45 minutes. There are several buses in the mornings up until the early afternoon. Then, the last bus leaves Dundee not long after 8:00 p.m. Journeys can take up to 7.5 hours approximately, depending on the time of day and traffic conditions. Many buses from Dundee to Manchester are straight through although some involve a change in Glasgow.
FAQs: Dundee to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dundee, Seagate Bus Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (308 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0.5 miles (833 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dundee 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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