4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lichfield to Manchester
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lichfield to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lichfield to Manchester will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lichfield 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 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
18:402h20Lichfield21:00Manchester£81One-way0 changes
- 18:402h20Lichfield21:00Manchester£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lichfield to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lichfield to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 93 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lichfield to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lichfield to Manchester coaches for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3:20 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h50 | 6:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 5:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 10:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 13:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 3h20 | 15:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h20 | 16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 16:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:10 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 18:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h20 | 21:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:30 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h30 | 22:00 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:30 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h50 | 22:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:25 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 2h15 | 23:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lichfield to Manchester
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Buses from Lichfield to Manchester run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
FAQs: Lichfield to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lichfield 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 Lichfield and Manchester
Most Lichfield to Manchester buses use the Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. Use this guide to compare Lichfield and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do buses from Lichfield arrive at?
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East from Manchester city centre
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