The cheapest and fastest coaches from Falkirk to Manchester
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Falkirk to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Falkirk to Manchester will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 1 buses that leave Falkirk 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 297 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Falkirk to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Falkirk 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 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 297 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Falkirk to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Falkirk to Manchester coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:45 Falkirk | 5h55 | 01:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Falkirk to Manchester
Buses from Falkirk to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 297 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 297 km |
Average bus duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Midland Bluebird from Falkirk to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Falkirk to Manchester with FlixBus, Midland Bluebird for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Falkirk to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Falkirk 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 Falkirk 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
- 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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