The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Guildford
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Guildford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Guildford will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
To travel from Manchester to Guildford you need to make at least one change.
NX540 · NX030
NX540 · NX030
NX424 · NX030
NX540 · NX030
NX421 · NX030
NX540 · NX030
NX540 · NX030
NX540 · NX030
NX590 · NX030
NX421 · NX030Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester to Guildford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Guildford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. 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 £13, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 274 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £114 Average Price | £163 Average Price |
7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Manchester to Guildford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Guildford coaches for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX424 · NX030 | On time 23:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 11h10 | 11:05 Guildford, Egerton Road | 1 change | |
| Saturday 20 December | |||||
NX421 · NX030 | Delayed 02:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 8h20 | 13:40 13:40Guildford, Egerton Road | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX030 | On time 06:35 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h05 | 13:40 Guildford, Egerton Road | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX030 | On time 09:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h40 | 16:10 Guildford, Egerton Road | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX030 | On time 11:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 7h25 | 19:10 Guildford, Egerton Road | 1 change | |
NX590 · NX030 | On time 14:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 8h00 | 22:00 Guildford, Egerton Road | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Guildford
Buses from Manchester to Guildford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 274 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 274 km |
Average bus duration 6h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to GuildfordYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Guildford with National Express for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Guildford coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Guildford 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 Guildford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Guildford
- 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
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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