Manchester to Durham bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Durham

Showing times and prices for 20 Mar

Cheapest price

£44

Average price

£44

Fastest journey

10 h 25 m

Average duration

10 h 25 m

Buses per day

Distance

150 km

Cheap tickets

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

Cheapest

04:0010h25

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange

14:25Durham

£441One-way

1 change

Manchester to Durham bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday 20 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes	Tickets
MegabusMegabus	04:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	10h25	14:25 Durham	1 change
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Durham

Buses from Manchester to Durham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

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

150 km

Average bus duration

5h 16m

Cheapest ticket price

£8

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

2h 55m

First bus

02:05

Last bus

17:00

Price information

Coach companies: FlixBus, National Express and Megabus Manchester to Durham

Travel from Manchester to Durham from £4 with Omio’s coach partners FlixBus, National Express and Megabus! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Manchester to Durham coach information:

Average Duration: 3 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: £8

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach provider operating over 550 coaches per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates coach services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most coaches come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your coach between Manchester and Durham, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Manchester to Durham coach information with National Express:

Average Duration: 2 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: £14

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Manchester to Durham coach information with East Coast:

Average Duration: 3 h 39 min
Cheapest Price: £46

FAQs: Manchester to Durham coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Manchester to Durham with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Durham.

Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Durham can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Durham is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The coach time between Manchester and Durham is on average 2 h 55 min for the 93 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Manchester and Durham by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Manchester to Durham leaves at 00: 26. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Manchester to Durham leaves at 23: 30.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester to Durham without having to change trains with National Express or Megabus. There is 1 direct coach from Manchester to Durham each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a coach from Manchester to Durham, you can count on FlixBus, National Express or Megabus for the best way to get you to Durham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service to Durham from Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Manchester, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Manchester, Airport. When arriving in Durham, you can end your route in coach stations like Durham, University - Palatine Centre and Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Durham, University - Palatine Centre, located 0.6 miles (940 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Durham from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Manchester to Durham by coach is January.

You have options as you can travel between Manchester and Durham 2 different ways: coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Durham

Manchester

Durham

The major coach station for departures in Manchester is Manchester, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Coach Station for your trip from Manchester to Durham.

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