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FlixBus · FlixBus3:258h25Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)11:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£301One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus6:157h35Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)13:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£311One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:057h25Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)19:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£311One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:258h10Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)11:35Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£361One-way1 change
NX401 · NX54110:159h15Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2)19:30Manchester, Coach Station£381One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:057h25Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)19:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£311One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus6:157h35Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)13:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£311One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:258h10Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C)11:35Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East£361One-way1 change
- NX401 · NX54015:048h21Swindon, Queen's Drive23:25Manchester, Coach Station£381One-way1 change
- NX401 · NX5405:298h21Swindon, Queen's Drive13:50Manchester, Coach Station£491One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Swindon to Manchester
The cheapest option from Swindon to Manchester is coach, with an average price of £23. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Manchester among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 216 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest option | £109 Average Price | £113 Average Price |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Swindon to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Manchester coaches for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:55 Swindon | 8h15 | 14:10 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:15 Swindon | 8h55 | 16:10 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 8h25 | 11:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:25 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 8h10 | 11:35 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 change | |
| NX401 · NX540 | 5:25 Swindon, Fleming Way (Stops N1&N2) | 8h25 | 13:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX401 · NX540 | 5:29 Swindon, Queen's Drive | 8h21 | 13:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 Swindon, Regent Circus (Stop C) | 7h35 | 13:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swindon to Manchester
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Typically, there are 14 buses per day from Swindon to Manchester, including direct buses, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 216 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 216 km |
Average bus duration 6h 13m |
Lowest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Swindon to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Swindon to Manchester with National Express, Megabus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Swindon to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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 Swindon and Manchester
Most Swindon to Manchester buses use the Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close) to Manchester, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Manchester bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Swindon, Bus Station (New Bridge Close) from Swindon city centre
Getting to Swindon, Queen's Drive from Swindon city centre
Which Manchester station do buses from Swindon 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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