The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Glastonbury
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
8 h 29 m
Average duration
8 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Glastonbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Glastonbury will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Glastonbury every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 262 km distance in an average of 8 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 29 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 41 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, train and flight for Manchester to Glastonbury
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Glastonbury 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 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £79.
Distance: 262 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price | £101 Average Price |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Glastonbury bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Glastonbury coaches for today, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:30 Manchester | 7h44 | 14:14 Glastonbury | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:45 Manchester | 7h31 | 22:16 Glastonbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Glastonbury
Buses from Manchester to Glastonbury run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 262 km distance in 7h 31m.
Distance 262 km |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 31m |
First bus 04:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to GlastonburyYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Glastonbury with National Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Glastonbury coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Glastonbury 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 Glastonbury, 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Glastonbury
- 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
- 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
Most popular bus connections from Manchester
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