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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Belfast
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
12 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Belfast is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Belfast will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester for Belfast 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 271 km distance in an average of 12 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 55 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, flight and ferry for Manchester to Belfast
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Belfast among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £27, and a coach costs an average of £54.
Distance: 271 km
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| Coach | Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Belfast bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Belfast coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:35 Manchester | 12h55 | 14:30 Belfast | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Belfast
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Buses from Manchester to Belfast run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 271 km distance in 12h 55m.
Distance 271 km |
Average bus duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 55m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to BelfastYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Belfast with National Express for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Belfast coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Belfast 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 Belfast, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Belfast
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- Little Italy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 Train: Great Victoria Street Station
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