The cheapest and fastest coaches from East Kilbride to Manchester
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from East Kilbride to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Kilbride to Manchester will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 1 buses that leave East Kilbride 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 283 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 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 coach and train for East Kilbride to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from East Kilbride to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 283 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
East Kilbride to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for East Kilbride to Manchester coaches for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:40 East Kilbride | 4h00 | 01:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from East Kilbride to Manchester
Buses from East Kilbride to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 283 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 283 km |
Average bus duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus, National Express, First Greater Glasgow from East Kilbride to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between East Kilbride to Manchester with FlixBus, Megabus, National Express, First Greater Glasgow for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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First Greater Glasgow
FAQs: East Kilbride to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride 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
- 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
- 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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