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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Huddersfield to Manchester
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Huddersfield to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Huddersfield to Manchester will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Huddersfield to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
NX465 · NX172NX465 · NX172
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Huddersfield to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Huddersfield to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 35 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£19 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Huddersfield to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Huddersfield to Manchester coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX465 · NX172 | On time 23:10 Huddersfield, Bus Station | 4h20 | 03:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Huddersfield to Manchester
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Buses from Huddersfield to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest coach covers the 35 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 35 km |
Average bus duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 14m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:57 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Huddersfield to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Huddersfield to Manchester with Megabus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Huddersfield to Manchester: Journey Details
Taking the bus from Huddersfield to Manchester is simple. The coach company National Express operates a regular daily service between the two cities, with 3 departure times to choose from. You cannot yet travel directly to Manchester, but the journey only includes a brief change at Sheffield Coach Station. The quickest journey time is just over 3 hours, the earliest buses from Huddersfield to Manchester leave at 6:40 a.m., and the final service of the day departs at 11:05 p.m.
Taking the Bus from Huddersfield
National Express buses from Huddersfield to Manchester all depart from the main Bus Station in the town centre, which should be easily accessible from all parts of town. If you are travelling from a hotel or home in the town centre, the easiest way to reach the Bus Station is by using the Freetownbus, which serves locations like the University, Kirklees College and the Kingsgate Centre. It runs from 8:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., so taxis may be required for the earliest and latest buses to Manchester.
Getting into Manchester by Bus
Manchester is the nerve centre of north-west England. The city has become a night-life hotspot, with live music venues, clubs and theatre to enjoy. There are fantastic galleries like the Lowry, the shops of the Arndale Centre and sporting attractions like Old Trafford and the Ettihad Stadium as well. Buses from Huddersfield to Manchester arrive at the city's main Coach Station on Chorlton Street. If you want to travel onward to other parts of Manchester, Piccadilly Station is 5 minutes walk to the east, while if you walk up Major Street, you will reach the fast and reliable tram network which runs from around 5 a.m. until midnight.
FAQs: Huddersfield to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huddersfield 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Huddersfield, Bus Station, which is located around 0.5 miles (750 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0.5 miles (833 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Huddersfield and Manchester
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Parking
ATM
Taxis
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WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 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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