The cheapest and fastest coaches from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
5 h 1 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester you need to make at least 2 changes.
7:256h45Welwyn Garden City14:10Manchester£551One-way2 changes
9:496h01Welwyn Garden City15:50Manchester£551One-way2 changes
11:496h16Welwyn Garden City18:05Manchester£551One-way2 changes
13:595h01Welwyn Garden City19:00Manchester£551One-way2 changes
16:295h31Welwyn Garden City22:00Manchester£551One-way2 changes
13:595h01Welwyn Garden City19:00Manchester£551One-way2 changes
17:255h15Welwyn Garden City22:40Manchester£591One-way3 changes
17:255h15Welwyn Garden City22:40Manchester£551One-way2 changes
16:295h31Welwyn Garden City22:00Manchester£551One-way2 changes
7:255h55Welwyn Garden City13:20Manchester£591One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Welwyn Garden City to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 232 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price | £174 Average Price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Welwyn Garden City to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Welwyn Garden City to Manchester coaches for today, Tuesday 12 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:25 Welwyn Garden City | 5h55 | 13:20 Manchester | 3 changes | |
![]() | 7:25 Welwyn Garden City | 6h45 | 14:10 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:49 Welwyn Garden City | 6h01 | 15:50 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:49 Welwyn Garden City | 6h16 | 18:05 Manchester | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:59 Welwyn Garden City | 5h01 | 19:00 Manchester | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Welwyn Garden City to Manchester by train, coach or flight
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Centrebus to find the best option for your trip from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester
Buses from Welwyn Garden City to Manchester run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest coach covers the 232 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 232 km |
Average bus duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Centrebus from Welwyn Garden City to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Welwyn Garden City to Manchester with FlixBus, Centrebus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Welwyn Garden City to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Welwyn Garden City 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Welwyn Garden City and Manchester
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 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
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