Manchester to Venice bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Venice

Showing times and prices for 29 Aug

Cheapest price

£96

Average price

£151

Fastest journey

1 d 10 h 30 m

Average duration

1 d 10 h 48 m

Buses per day

17

Distance

1377 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Venice will cost around £151 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £96.

Fast coaches

To travel from Manchester to Venice you need to make at least 3 changes.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    13:5537h50
    Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    4:45Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    £961One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    14:1037h35
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    4:45Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    £971One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    13:5538h05
    Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    5:00Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    £1191One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    14:1037h50
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    5:00Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    £1201One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    0:2034h30
    Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    11:50Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    £1271One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and flight for Manchester to Venice

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £83.

Distance: 1377 km

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Coach
Most popular
Flight

£135

Average Price

£80

Average Price

Cheapest

38h 45m

Average total duration

38h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

1.4 - 3.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

4.1 - 8.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Manchester to Venice bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Venice coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus13:55 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
37h50
4:45 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus13:55 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
38h05
5:00 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus14:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
37h35
4:45 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus14:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
37h50
5:00 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus15:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
40h10
8:40 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus15:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
38h45
7:15 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
38h20
9:00 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
40h15
10:55 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus18:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
37h55
9:00 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus18:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
39h50
10:55 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus18:35 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
45h05
16:40 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus18:35 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
44h45
16:20 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:59 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
34h51
11:50 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:59 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
35h11
12:10 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)3 changes
Saturday 29 August
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus0:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
34h30
11:50 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus0:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
34h50
12:10 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
34h40
16:40 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
35h10
17:10 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti3 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Venice

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Buses from Manchester to Venice run on average 12 times per day, taking around 38h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 1377 km distance in 34h 30m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £22
Distance
1377 km
Average bus duration
38h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£83
Buses per day
12
Fastest bus
34h 30m
First bus
0:20
Last bus
23:40
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £22

Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to VeniceYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Venice with National Express for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
35h 0m
Cheapest Price
£148
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Complete guide to Venice

Things to do in Venice

Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.

  • Must visit

Gallerie dell'Accademia

A major art museum in a grand canal-side palace, known for Venetian masters including Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto and Carpaccio.

  • Must visit

Peggy Guggenheim Collection

This museum displays Peggy Guggenheim’s modern art collection, with works by Picasso, Pollock and Kandinsky in her former home.

  • Recommended

Punta della Dogana

A restored customs house at Punta della Dogana presenting contemporary art exhibitions in a dramatic waterside setting.

Euro (€)

Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, with higher hotel and restaurant costs in the centre and vaporetto fares adding up for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for pizza slices, tramezzini, or takeaway.
Mid-range
€20-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€1.50-3.50 for espresso or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.

FAQs: Manchester to Venice coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Venice can start from as little as £83 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Venice is £135; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Manchester to Venice is 34h 30m to travel the 1377 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Manchester to Venice leaves at 0:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester to Venice leaves at 23:40.
There are 12 coaches a day from Manchester to Venice which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Manchester to Venice, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Venice. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester and Venice and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Venice from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 34h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester to Venice is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Venice including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester to Venice:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Venice for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester to Venice depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
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 Venice.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Venice:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Venice:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester to Venice.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Manchester to Venice with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Venice with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester to Venice with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Venice

Most Manchester to Venice buses use the Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia, Tronchetto. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Venice 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 Venice

Which Manchester station do buses to Venice leave from?

Buses from Manchester to Venice 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 KingdomWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
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.

Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane EastMoss Ln E & Princess Rd, Manchester M15 6LD, UKWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

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

Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus101, 15, 103, 102 · 14m · £2 · every ~31 min
Uk023, Ukn23, Uk071 · 21m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East bus station facilities and services

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 and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. ATMs are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Accessible for wheelchairs.

Manchester, AirportManchester Airport, Manchester M90 3RR, United KingdomWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
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

Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.

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