York to Manchester bus with National Express

Buses from York to Manchester: Journey Details

Passengers can travel the 113 kilometres from York to Manchester on comfortable buses operated by National Express. They offer 3 daily departures, two in the morning and one in the afternoon. All involve a change of coach at Leeds. Some make calls at Bradford, others at Chadderton, New Moston, and Failsworth. The fastest travel time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.

Taking the Bus from York

Buses from York to Manchester depart from York Bus Station on Station Road, conveniently situated across from the train station. The major local operator is First York with services 5/5A, 6 and 59 stopping on Station Road. Also Yorkshire Coastliner buses arrive from major points in the county including Whitby, Scarborough and Bridlington. Central York is very pedestrian-friendly for passengers wishing to walk to the bus station. Also many taxis can be found at important city locations such as the train station, Blossom Street, and St Leonard’s Place.

Getting into Manchester by Bus

A proud and indefatigable northern city, Manchester has something for everyone. Culture and history buffs will love the city’s museums, concert halls and galleries. Shoppers will find much to excite in boutiques and swank shopping centres. Party lovers will revel in a thriving nightlife scene with few peers. And as home to arguably the world’s most glamorous and high profile football team, Manchester, it’s a place of pilgrimage for soccer fans. Buses from York to Manchester terminate at Manchester Central Coach Station, on Chorlton Street near Piccadilly Train Station. Buses X40, X41 and X43 depart from outside the coach station as does Metroshuttle bus service line 1 and Centreline bus 4. Also nearby Piccadilly Gardens is the hub for most local bus routes and for trips to nearby cities including Bolton and Wigan.