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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Stratford to Manchester
Showing times and prices for 09 Jan
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Buses per day
40
Distance
263 km
Cheap tickets
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 £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Fast coaches
Of the 40 buses that leave Stratford for Manchester every day 40 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 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.
FlixBus11:404h25
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)16:05Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus07:004h10
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)11:10Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus13:004h55
London, Victoria Coach Station17:55Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus17:005h10
London, Victoria Coach Station22:10Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus18:404h10
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)22:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus07:004h10
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)11:10Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus18:404h10
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)22:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus17:404h10
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)21:50Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus19:304h10
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)23:40Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus13:404h15
London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)17:55Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
£101One-way
0 changes
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 £44.
Distance: 263 km
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £69 Average Price | £135 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 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 00:07
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 06:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 11:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 06:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 11:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 11:10 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 07:00 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 11:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 13:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 08:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 13:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 15:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 15:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h05 | 16:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h30 | 16:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h50 | 16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h25 | 16:05 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h50 | 16:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 17:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 17:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 17:55 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h20 | 18:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 17:55 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h40 | 18:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h20 | 20:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 20:00 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h40 | 20:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h20 | 20:00 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h20 | 21:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h40 | 21:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 22:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 21:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 21:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 22:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h50 | 22:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 22:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h40 | 23:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h59 | 23:59 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h10 | 23:40 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h29 | 23:59 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h00 | 02:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h30 | 02:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h51 | 05:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h11 | 06:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stratford to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 59m
Cheapest Price
£6
FlixBus frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
£22
National Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 0m
Cheapest Price
£15
Megabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
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).
Additional luggage
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.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
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.
Cheap coach tickets from Stratford to Manchester can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Stratford to Manchester is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Stratford to Manchester coach travel time is 4 h 15 min for the 162 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Stratford to Manchester leaves at 00: 03. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Stratford to Manchester leaves at 23: 53.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Stratford to Manchester with FlixBus or Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the trip from Stratford to Manchester you can take a coach with FlixBus, National Express or Megabus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Stratford and Manchester on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
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.
A trip to Manchester from Stratford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Stratford to Manchester is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Stratford to Manchester including taking a coach, train or flight.
No, the coach from Stratford to Manchester has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Stratford to Manchester.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Stratford to Manchester.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Stratford to Manchester, follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Stratford to Manchester.
No, luggage for the coach from Stratford to Manchester needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Stratford to Manchester.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Stratford to Manchester.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Stratford to Manchester.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Stratford to Manchester.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and Manchester
Stratford
Manchester
The major coach station for departures in Stratford is London, Stratford City Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Stratford City Bus Station for your trip from Stratford to Manchester.
London, Stratford City Bus Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Montfichet RoadWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Five Guys (in the station)
- Wahaca (0.2 km)
- The Real Greek (0.3 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for London, Stratford City Bus 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
The major coach station for arrivals in Manchester is Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange for your trip to Manchester from Stratford.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:30
Car connection
ShudehillWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Terminal Road NorthWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Manchester, Airport
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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