Manchester to Bishop's Stortford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford

Showing times and prices for 28 May

Cheapest price

£57

Average price

£59

Fastest journey

6 h 24 m

Average duration

6 h 39 m

Buses per day

7

Distance

241 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £57.

Fast coaches

To travel from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • National Express
    2:458h05
    Manchester
    10:50Bishop's Stortford
    £571One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    9:306h35
    Manchester
    16:05Bishop's Stortford
    £571One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    5:156h24
    Manchester
    11:39Bishop's Stortford
    £601One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    6:157h00
    Manchester
    13:15Bishop's Stortford
    £601One-way
    2 changes
  • National Express
    7:156h24
    Manchester
    13:39Bishop's Stortford
    £601One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester to Bishop's Stortford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £84.

Distance: 241 km

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Flight

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£71

Average Price

£117

Average Price

6h 40m

Average total duration

6h 10m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 37m

Average total duration

3h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 4m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Manchester to Bishop's Stortford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bishop's Stortford coaches for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National Express2:45 Manchester
8h05
10:50 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express5:15 Manchester
6h24
11:39 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express6:15 Manchester
7h00
13:15 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express7:15 Manchester
6h24
13:39 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express8:20 Manchester
6h55
15:15 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express9:30 Manchester
6h35
16:05 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express11:00 Manchester
6h55
17:55 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express11:45 Manchester
6h26
18:11 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express12:45 Manchester
6h58
19:43 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express13:30 Manchester
7h23
20:53 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express14:00 Manchester
7h43
21:43 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express16:45 Manchester
6h28
23:13 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express19:15 Manchester
6h58
2:13 Bishop's Stortford2 changes
National Express23:40 Manchester
8h42
8:22 Bishop's Stortford2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford

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Buses from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 241 km distance in 6h 0m.

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
241 km
Average bus duration
6h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
6h 0m
First bus
0:45
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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

Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to Bishop's StortfordYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Bishop's Stortford with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
£24
National Express frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Manchester to Bishop's Stortford coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford 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 Bishop's Stortford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Bishop's Stortford is £27; 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 Manchester to Bishop's Stortford is 6h 0m to travel the 241 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 Manchester to Bishop's Stortford leaves at 0:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford leaves at 23:55.
There are 13 coaches a day from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bishop's Stortford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester and Bishop's Stortford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Manchester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Manchester, Airport . When arriving in Bishop's Stortford , you can end your route in coach stations like Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, Stevenage, A602 (Stevenage Railway Station), Harlow, Temporary Bus Station (Stand D).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Bishop's Stortford from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester and Bishop's Stortford including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester to Bishop's Stortford with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Bishop's Stortford

Manchester
Bishop's Stortford
Manchester, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Coach Station
  • Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Shudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United Kingdom
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
carConnection
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
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