The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 1 buses that leave Newcastle-under-Lyme for Manchester every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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 train and coach for Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 53 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:35 Newcastle-under-Lyme | 1h05 | 23:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Megabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Megabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Megabus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester
Buses from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 53 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 53 km |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Newcastle-under-Lyme to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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 Newcastle-under-Lyme and Manchester
- 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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