Lochgelly to Manchester bus

Fri 10 Jul
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Compare coach, train and flight for Lochgelly to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lochgelly to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £141.

Distance: 302 km

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£24

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Cheapest

£76

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£141

Average Price

9h 2m

Average total duration

8h 32m

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30m

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4h 22m

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3h 52m

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6h 58m

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3h 58m

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Lochgelly to Manchester bus times

The table below shows live departures for Lochgelly to Manchester coaches for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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FlixBus19:59 Lochgelly
6h41
2:40 Manchester0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Lochgelly to Manchester by coach, train or flight

Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Lochgelly to Manchester

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Buses from Lochgelly to Manchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 10:15, the last at 15:30. The fastest coach covers the 302 km distance in 6h 25m.

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
302 km
Average bus duration
8h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
6h 25m
First bus
10:15
Last bus
15:30
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
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

FAQs: Lochgelly to Manchester coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lochgelly 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 Lochgelly to Manchester can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lochgelly to Manchester is £24; 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 Lochgelly to Manchester is 6h 25m to travel the 302 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 Lochgelly to Manchester leaves at 10:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Lochgelly to Manchester leaves at 15:30.
When departing from Lochgelly , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Edinburgh, Bus Station, Dunfermline, Halbeath Park and Ride, Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HH), Edinburgh, Drum Brae South, Edinburgh, Princes Street (Stop PU), Edinburgh, St Andrew's House . When arriving in Manchester , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Edinburgh, Bus Station, which is located around 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 Lochgelly is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Lochgelly to Manchester is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lochgelly and Manchester including taking a coach, train and flight.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Lochgelly to Manchester.
No, the coach from Lochgelly to Manchester has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Lochgelly to Manchester.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Lochgelly to Manchester.
No, luggage for the coach from Lochgelly to Manchester needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Lochgelly to Manchester.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Lochgelly to Manchester.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Lochgelly to Manchester.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Lochgelly to Manchester.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lochgelly and Manchester

Most Lochgelly to Manchester buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. Use this guide to compare Lochgelly and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Lochgelly
Arrival bus stations in Manchester

Which Manchester station do buses from Lochgelly arrive at?

Buses from Lochgelly to Manchester most often arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Some services arrive at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Manchester arrival station.
Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeShudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United KingdomWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre

Bus163, 118, 119, 18, 112, 114, 117, 81 · 3m · £2 · every ~69 min
TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 2m · £2 · every ~23 min

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.

More about Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East from Manchester city centre

Bus101, 15, 103, 102 · 14m · £2 · every ~31 min
Uk023, Ukn23, Uk071 · 21m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

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