Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ellesmere Port to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ellesmere Port 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 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 49 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ellesmere Port to Manchester
Buses from Ellesmere Port to Manchester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:26, the last at 22:17. The fastest coach covers the 49 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 00:26 |
Last bus 22:17 |
FAQs: Ellesmere Port to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ellesmere Port 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ellesmere Port and Manchester
- 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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