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Beamish Museum
Open-air museum with recreated streets, homes and transport from North East history, offering an immersive day out.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Horden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a flight costs an average of £431.
Distance: 155 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £431 Average Price | £83 Average Price | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Horden:
A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Horden costing on average £83.
A coach is £417 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Horden costing on average £431.
Other travel options to Horden take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 54m.
Coach takes on average 2h 59m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £18. The journey takes 2h 59m versus 2h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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Buses from Manchester to Horden run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 23:32. The fastest coach covers the 155 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 155 km |
Average bus duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 23:32 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Horden 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 Horden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Horden buses use the Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Middlesbrough, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Horden bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
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