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Compare train and coach for Eastleigh to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Eastleigh to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 286 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£43 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price |
6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Eastleigh to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Eastleigh to Manchester run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 286 km distance in 12h 35m.
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 286 km |
Average bus duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Eastleigh to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Eastleigh to Manchester with Megabus, National Express for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£24
Megabus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 5m
Cheapest Price
£16
National Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
FAQs: Eastleigh to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastleigh 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Eastleigh to Manchester can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Eastleigh to Manchester is £36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Eastleigh to Manchester is on average 5 h 20 min for the 177 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Eastleigh to Manchester by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Eastleigh to Manchester leaves at 00: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Eastleigh to Manchester leaves at 23: 40.
There are 3 coaches a day from Eastleigh to Manchester which require at least one change with Megabus or National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Eastleigh to Manchester, you can count on Megabus or National Express for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Eastleigh to Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Eastleigh to Manchester is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Eastleigh to Manchester including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Eastleigh to Manchester has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Eastleigh to Manchester.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Eastleigh to Manchester.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Eastleigh to Manchester.
No, luggage for the coach from Eastleigh to Manchester needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Eastleigh to Manchester.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Eastleigh to Manchester.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Eastleigh to Manchester.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Eastleigh to Manchester.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Eastleigh and Manchester
Eastleigh
Manchester
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:30
Car connection
ShudehillWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Amenities at bus station
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Chorlton StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
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
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Terminal Road NorthWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Airport
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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