Erith to Manchester bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Erith to Manchester

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£9

Fastest journey

4 h 50 m

Average duration

4 h 50 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

276 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Erith to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Erith to Manchester will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Erith 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 276 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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.

FlixBus
11:404h50
Erith
16:30Manchester
£91One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Erith to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Erith to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £84.

Distance: 276 km

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£9

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£88

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£183

Average Price

6h 30m

Average total duration

6h 0m

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3h 14m

Average total duration

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4h 8m

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1h 8m

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Live departures

Erith to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Erith to Manchester coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 19:29
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Go Ahead London23:55 Erith Town Centre / Cross Street
7h40
07:35 Manchester2 changes
Saturday 21 March
meinfernbus_flixbus11:40 Erith
4h50
16:30 Manchester0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Erith to Manchester coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Erith to Manchester.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Erith to Manchester

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Buses from Erith to Manchester run on average 34 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 31 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 276 km distance in 4h 50m.

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
276 km
Average bus duration
6h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Buses per day
34
Direct buses
31
Fastest bus
4h 50m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:55
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: National Express from Erith to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Erith to Manchester with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
National Express frequency
3 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.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Erith to Manchester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erith 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Erith to Manchester can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Erith to Manchester is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Erith to Manchester is 4h 50m to travel the 276 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Erith to Manchester leaves at 0:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Erith to Manchester leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 31 direct coaches a day from Erith to Manchester with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Erith to Manchester, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Erith and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Erith , you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), Dartford, Bluewater Shopping Centre, London, Stratford City Bus Station . When arriving in Manchester , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Manchester, Coach Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 2 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Manchester from Erith is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Erith to Manchester is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Erith and Manchester including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Erith to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Erith to Manchester for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Erith to Manchester depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Erith to Manchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Erith to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Erith to Manchester:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Erith to Manchester.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Erith to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Erith to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Erith to Manchester with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Erith and Manchester

Erith
Manchester
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
carConnection
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
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

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