The cheapest and fastest coaches from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
9 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 308 km distance in an average of 9 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 35 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, coach and flight for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. 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 £15, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 308 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £90 Average Price | £61 Average Price |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:55 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 8h00 | 23:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:45 Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) | 7h00 | 00:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Buses from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 19:10. The fastest coach covers the 308 km distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 308 km |
Average bus duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 19:10 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with Megabus, National Express for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth & Southsea (PMS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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