The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nice to Manchester
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 16 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1290 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nice to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Manchester will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £59.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nice for Manchester 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 1290 km distance in an average of 1 d 16 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 12 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 20 h 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, coach and flight for Nice to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nice to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a train costs an average of £438.
Distance: 1290 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£101 Average Price Cheapest | £119 Average Price | £471 Average Price |
28h 22m Average total duration 27h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 41m Average total duration 13h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.3 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.9 - 7.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Manchester coaches for today, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:45 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 36h05 | 05:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:45 Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 36h25 | 06:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3 changes | |
| Wednesday 18 March | |||||
![]() | 11:40 Nice | 36h30 | 00:10 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Manchester
Buses from Nice to Manchester run on average 11 times per day, taking around 27h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £56 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 1290 km distance in 29h 10m.
Distance 1290 km |
Average bus duration 27h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 29h 10m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Nice to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Nice to Manchester with FlixBus for as low as £56. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nice to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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.

- 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 Nice and Manchester
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminal (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside Terminal 1, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
- 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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