The cheapest and fastest coaches from Pudsey to Manchester
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Pudsey to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pudsey to Manchester will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 7 buses that leave Pudsey for Manchester every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 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 10 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.
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NX171Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Pudsey to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pudsey 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 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 52 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
1h 51m Average total duration 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pudsey to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pudsey to Manchester coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 8 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX171 | Delayed 15:05 07:15Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1h10 | 11:00 11:00Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 15:05 10:00Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1h10 | 11:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 15:05 12:45Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1h10 | 13:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 15:30 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1h10 | 16:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 18:15 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1h10 | 19:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 21:00 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1h10 | 22:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX171 | On time 23:45 Bradford, Nelson Street N2 | 1h05 | 00:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pudsey to Manchester
Buses from Pudsey to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:47. The fastest coach covers the 52 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 52 km |
Average bus duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:47 |
Bus providers: Megabus from Pudsey to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Pudsey to Manchester with Megabus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Pudsey to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pudsey 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pudsey and Manchester
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 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
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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