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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Durham to Manchester
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Durham to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Manchester will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 buses that leave Durham 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 150 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Durham to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham 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 24m. 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 £17.
Distance: 150 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Durham to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Durham to Manchester coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 13:20 Durham | 3h20 | 16:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 14:30 Durham | 12h10 | 02:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:05 Durham | 3h55 | 19:00 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:05 Durham | 3h15 | 20:20 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:15 Durham | 3h15 | 20:30 Manchester | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Durham to Manchester
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Buses from Durham to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:06, the last at 23:41. The fastest coach covers the 150 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 150 km |
Average bus duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 00:06 |
Last bus 23:41 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Durham to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Durham to Manchester with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Durham to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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.
When departing from Durham, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Durham, University - Palatine Centre and Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street. When arriving in Manchester, you can end your journey in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Manchester, Airport.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Durham, University - Palatine Centre, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 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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