FlixBus · FlixBus16:257h15Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)23:40Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£221One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus19:0510h25Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride5:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus5:358h15Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)13:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus17:0510h25Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece)3:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£231One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus17:2010h10Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride3:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£231One-way1 change
NXA6 · NX54013:106h20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station19:30Manchester, Coach Station£471One-way1 change
NXA6 · NX54010:106h20Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station16:30Manchester, Coach Station£471One-way1 change
NX737 · NX54011:306h30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station18:00Manchester, Coach Station£501One-way1 change
NXA6 · NX54015:406h30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station22:10Manchester, Coach Station£411One-way1 change
NX777 · NX4211:056h30Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station7:35Manchester, Coach Station£541One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Saffron Walden to Manchester
The cheapest option from Saffron Walden to Manchester is coach, with an average price of £24. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Saffron Walden to Manchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 233 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest option | £82 Average Price | £110 Average Price |
10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Saffron Walden to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Saffron Walden to Manchester coaches for tomorrow, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX777 · NX421 | On time 1:05 Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h30 | 7:35 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 Cambridge, Parkside (Parker's Piece) | 9h25 | 11:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 Cambridge, Trumpington Park and Ride | 9h15 | 11:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Saffron Walden to Manchester
Typically, there are 23 buses per day from Saffron Walden to Manchester, including direct buses, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 233 km distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 233 km |
Average bus duration 9h 50m |
Lowest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 23 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Saffron Walden to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saffron Walden 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Saffron Walden and Manchester
Most Saffron Walden to Manchester buses use the Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Use this guide to compare Saffron Walden and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do buses from Saffron Walden arrive at?
Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East from Manchester city centre
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