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Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery
Local museum in Riversley Park with art, history and George Eliot displays, offering the best introduction to Nuneaton's story.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Nuneaton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Nuneaton will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 1 buses from Manchester to Nuneaton, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.

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Buses from Manchester to Nuneaton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 118 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 118 km |
Average bus duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Nuneaton coaches for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:20 Manchester | 3h15 | 16:35 Nuneaton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:40 Manchester | 2h45 | 23:25 Nuneaton | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:10 Manchester | 2h45 | 1:55 Nuneaton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Nuneaton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nuneaton trip today.
Local museum in Riversley Park with art, history and George Eliot displays, offering the best introduction to Nuneaton's story.
Working theatre on the abbey site with exhibitions on local performance and heritage, useful for visitors interested in culture.
Independent gallery space hosting changing exhibitions by regional artists, adding a contemporary art stop in the town centre.
Main town park with formal gardens, museum, play areas and riverside paths, ideal for an easy walk near the centre.
Waterside walking route through town and suburbs, popular for gentle strolls, wildlife spotting and industrial heritage views.
Historic suburb associated with George Eliot, with parish church, older housing and a strong sense of local identity.
A classic Midlands pork pie from nearby Melton Mowbray, baked with hot-water pastry and eaten widely across Warwickshire and Nuneaton.
A robust pub dish of sausages with mashed potato and onion gravy, long popular in local pubs across the West Midlands and Warwickshire.
Warwickshire has strong cider traditions; local farmhouse cider is a familiar regional drink, valued for its dry, fresh apple character.
Established Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and generous mains in a smart but relaxed setting.
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable, reliable dine-in atmosphere.
Well-known local café and brunch spot serving breakfasts, light lunches, coffee and cakes in a friendly casual space.
Moderate for England. Hotels are often cheaper than big cities, while pub meals, coffee and local transport stay fairly typical for the region.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is fine if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is optional, often just small change.
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Nuneaton, Harefield Road -> Nuneaton Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Nuneaton 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 Nuneaton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Nuneaton buses use the Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Nuneaton 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, Princess Road / Moss Lane East is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. ATMs are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Accessible for wheelchairs.
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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