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Compare train and coach for Manchester to Lichfield

The cheapest option from Manchester to Lichfield is coach, with an average price of £7. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Lichfield among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 93 km

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Coach	Most popular Train
£7 Average Price Cheapest option	£22 Average Price
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 56m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Why should you book Manchester to Lichfield coaches with Omio?

FlixBus operates all coaches services from Manchester to Lichfield.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester to Lichfield.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester to Lichfield.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?

Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester to Lichfield.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Lichfield

United Kingdom

Typically, there are 8 buses per day from Manchester to Lichfield, including 8 direct buses, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 2h 20m.

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

93 km

Average bus duration

2h 13m

Lowest ticket price

£6

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

2h 20m

First bus

0:05

Last bus

23:40

Cheapest Month

Oct

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus from Manchester to LichfieldYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Lichfield with FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

2h 20m

Cheapest Price

£6

FlixBus frequency

10 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Learn more about FlixBus

FAQs: Manchester to Lichfield coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Lichfield 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 Lichfield, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

The earliest coach from Manchester to Lichfield leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Manchester to Lichfield leaves at 23:40.

Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Manchester to Lichfield with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

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

When departing from Manchester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Manchester, Airport . When arriving in Lichfield , you can end your route in coach stations like Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, Brunel Street.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway, located 0 away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester to Lichfield is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Lichfield including taking a train and coach.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester to Lichfield:

FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Lichfield for coach company FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester to Lichfield depends on the coach companies:

FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester to Lichfield.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Lichfield:

FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Lichfield:

FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Manchester to Lichfield. The following conditions apply:

FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Manchester to Lichfield with the following coach company: FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Lichfield with the following coach company: FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester to Lichfield with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Lichfield

Most Manchester to Lichfield buses use the Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Lichfield bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Manchester

Arrival bus stations in Lichfield

Which Manchester station do buses to Lichfield leave from?

Buses from Manchester to Lichfield leave from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The station is from Manchester city centre at Shudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United Kingdom.

Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeShudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre

Bus163, 118, 119, 18, 112, 114, 117, 81 · 3m · £2 · every ~69 min

TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 2m · £2 · every ~23 min

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.

More about Manchester, Shudehill Interchange

Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East from Manchester city centre

Bus101, 15, 103, 102 · 14m · £2 · every ~31 min

Uk023, Ukn23, Uk071 · 21m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

Manchester, AirportManchester Airport, Manchester M90 3RR, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min

BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min

43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min

TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min

Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min