The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Great Yarmouth
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Great Yarmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Great Yarmouth will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Great Yarmouth 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 282 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 50 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 train, coach and flight for Manchester to Great Yarmouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Great Yarmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £478.
Distance: 282 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price | £580 Average Price |
8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Great Yarmouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Great Yarmouth coaches for tomorrow, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 Manchester | 10h40 | 22:10 Great Yarmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Manchester | 10h50 | 00:20 Great Yarmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Manchester to Great Yarmouth coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Great Yarmouth.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester to Great Yarmouth.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester to Great Yarmouth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Great Yarmouth.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Great Yarmouth
Buses from Manchester to Great Yarmouth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 06:12, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 282 km distance in 9h 35m.
Distance 282 km |
Average bus duration 8h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 35m |
First bus 06:12 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Manchester to Great YarmouthYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Great Yarmouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Great Yarmouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Great Yarmouth 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 Great Yarmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Great Yarmouth
- 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
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