The cheapest and fastest coaches from Southampton to Manchester
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 39 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
292 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Southampton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Manchester will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Southampton to Manchester you need to make at least one change.
NX032 · NX540
NX160 · NX120
NX032 · NX540
NX032 · NX540
NX032 · NX540
NX160 · NX120
NX160 · NX120
NX160 · NX120
NX032 · NX540
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Compare train, coach and flight for Southampton to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 292 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price | £101 Average Price |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Southampton to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Manchester coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX160 · NX120 | On time 12:10 Southampton, Coach Station | 7h00 | 19:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX120 | On time 16:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 7h10 | 23:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
NX032 · NX540 | On time 04:15 Southampton, Coach Station | 8h05 | 12:20 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX540 | On time 05:35 Southampton, Coach Station | 8h35 | 14:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX540 | On time 07:00 Southampton, Coach Station | 8h50 | 15:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX160 · NX120 | 08:55 Southampton, Coach Station | 7h30 | 16:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX032 · NX540 | On time 10:05 Southampton, Coach Station | 8h55 | 19:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 Southampton Central (SOU) | 8h45 | 19:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Southampton, Burgess Rd / Broadlands Rd (Southampton University) | 8h30 | 19:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
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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 National Express to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Manchester.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of National Express to find the best option for your trip from Southampton to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Southampton to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Southampton to Manchester
Buses from Southampton to Manchester run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 292 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 292 km |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Southampton to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Southampton to Manchester with Megabus, National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Southampton to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Manchester
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
- 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
- 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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