4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kingston upon Thames to Manchester
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
265 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Manchester will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 5 buses that leave Kingston upon Thames for Manchester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 265 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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, train and flight for Kingston upon Thames to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kingston upon Thames 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 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 265 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price | £100 Average Price |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kingston upon Thames to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kingston upon Thames to Manchester coaches for today, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:00 Kingston upon Thames | 4h30 | 23:30 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:45 Kingston upon Thames | 4h55 | 03:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 6 February | |||||
| 07:30 Kingston upon Thames | 5h10 | 12:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:00 Kingston upon Thames | 5h10 | 19:10 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:40 Kingston upon Thames | 4h40 | 19:20 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kingston upon Thames to Manchester
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Buses from Kingston upon Thames to Manchester run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 265 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 265 km |
Average bus duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Megabus from Kingston upon Thames to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Kingston upon Thames to Manchester with FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kingston upon Thames to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kingston upon Thames 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kingston upon Thames and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
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
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
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
Most popular bus connections from Kingston upon Thames
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