The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Richmond
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Richmond is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Richmond will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Richmond 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 260 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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 coach, train and flight for Manchester to Richmond
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Richmond among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 260 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price | £123 Average Price |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Richmond bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Richmond coaches for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:20 Manchester | 5h10 | 20:30 Richmond | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Richmond
Buses from Manchester to Richmond run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 260 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 260 km |
Average bus duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
FAQs: Manchester to Richmond coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Richmond 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 Richmond, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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