Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 55 m
Buses on 18 Sept
12
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bath Spa (BTH) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bath Spa (BTH) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
To travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bath Spa (BTH) you need to make at least 2 changes.
NX541 · NX100 · BLX39
NX541 · NX101 · BLX39
NX120 · NX100 · BL39
NX541 · NX104 · BLX39
NX590 · NX100 · BLX39
NX121 · NX100 · BL39
NX541 · NX101 · BLX39
NX590 · NX100 · BLX39
NX121 · NX105 · BLX39
NX541 · NX104 · BLX39Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bath Spa (BTH) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £179.
Distance: 234 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price | £179 Average Price | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bath Spa (BTH):
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bath Spa (BTH) costing on average £84.
A coach is £143 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bath Spa (BTH) costing on average £179.
Other travel options to Bath Spa (BTH) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
Coach takes on average 6h 0m.
Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 6h 0m versus 3h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bath Spa (BTH) coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX541 · NX100 · BL39 | 14:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h38 | 22:28 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX541 · NX100 · BL39 | 15:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 8h06 | 23:46 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX540 · NX403 | 16:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 8h30 | 1:25 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
NX424 · NX403 | 23:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 11h25 | 11:20 Bath, Bus Station | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
NX541 · NX101 · BLX39 | 4:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h48 | 11:33 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX541 · NX111 · BLX39 | 5:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h17 | 13:07 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX541 · NX104 · BLX39 | 7:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h07 | 14:22 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX541 · NX100 · BLX39 | 8:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h34 | 16:24 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX121 · NX105 · BLX39 | 10:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h07 | 17:52 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX541 · NX101 · BLX39 | 11:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h54 | 19:09 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX541 · NX111 · BLX39 | 12:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h15 | 19:40 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
NX590 · NX100 · BLX39 | 14:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h49 | 20:49 Bath, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
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Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bath Spa (BTH) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 09:20, the last at 16:35. The fastest coach covers the 234 km distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 234 km |
Average bus duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 4h 53m |
First bus 9:20 |
Last bus 16:35 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bath Spa (BTH) 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 Bath Spa (BTH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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