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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stratford to Manchester
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Stratford to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stratford to Manchester will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 5 buses that leave Stratford for Manchester every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 263 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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 coach, train and flight for Stratford to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Stratford 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 263 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price | £137 Average Price |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Stratford to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stratford to Manchester coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:55 Stratford | 6h45 | 21:40 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 November | |||||
| 05:30 Stratford | 5h00 | 10:30 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:00 Stratford | 4h30 | 10:30 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:30 Stratford | 5h35 | 12:05 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stratford to Manchester
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Buses from Stratford to Manchester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 263 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 263 km |
Average bus duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 59m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express, Megabus from Stratford to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Stratford to Manchester with FlixBus, National Express, 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: Stratford to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Stratford City Bus Station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0.5 miles (833 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and Manchester
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 25, 69, 86, 97, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276, 308, 339, 425, 473, 678 Metro: Central , Jubilee Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail, Overground
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 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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