The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Welwyn Garden City
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 46 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Welwyn Garden City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Welwyn Garden City will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Manchester to Welwyn Garden City you need to make at least 2 changes.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester to Welwyn Garden City
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Welwyn Garden City 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 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £123.
Distance: 232 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price | £175 Average Price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester to Welwyn Garden City bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Welwyn Garden City coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 26 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 02:45 Manchester | 6h47 | 09:32 Welwyn Garden City | 2 changes | |
![]() | 05:15 Manchester | 5h33 | 10:48 Welwyn Garden City | 3 changes | |
![]() | 05:15 Manchester | 5h33 | 10:48 Welwyn Garden City | 2 changes | |
![]() | 08:20 Manchester | 5h28 | 13:48 Welwyn Garden City | 3 changes | |
![]() | 08:20 Manchester | 5h28 | 13:48 Welwyn Garden City | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Welwyn Garden City
Buses from Manchester to Welwyn Garden City run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 232 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 232 km |
Average bus duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Manchester to Welwyn Garden CityYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Welwyn Garden City with FlixBus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Welwyn Garden City coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Welwyn Garden City 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 Welwyn Garden City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Welwyn Garden City
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 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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