4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from York to Manchester
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Manchester will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 14 buses that leave York for Manchester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 59 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.
FlixBus16:402h10York, Train Station18:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£101One-way0 changes- FlixBus6:502h10York, Train Station9:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£121One-way0 changes
YC843 · NX17121:123h38York, Station Rd0:50Manchester, Coach Station£131One-way1 change- YC840 · NX17017:512h49York, Station Rd20:40Manchester, Coach Station£141One-way1 change
- YC843 · NX17020:123h13York, Station Rd23:25Manchester, Coach Station£141One-way1 change
- FlixBus16:402h10York, Train Station18:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£101One-way0 changes
- FlixBus6:502h10York, Train Station9:00Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£121One-way0 changes
- YC840 · NX17017:512h49York, Station Rd20:40Manchester, Coach Station£141One-way1 change
- YC843 · NX1726:382h52York, Station Rd9:30Manchester, Coach Station£201One-way1 change
- YC843 · NX17012:112h59York, Station Rd15:10Manchester, Coach Station£211One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 93 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
York to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to Manchester coaches for today, Friday 3 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YC840 · NX170 | 16:51 York, Station Rd | 2h49 | 19:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX172 | Delayed 21:32 17:21York, Station Rd | 3h09 | 20:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX170 | Delayed 21:32 19:12York, Station Rd | 3h13 | 22:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX171 | Delayed 21:32 20:12York, Station Rd | 3h38 | 23:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX172 | Delayed 21:32 21:12York, Station Rd | 5h18 | 2:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX172 | 5:38 York, Station Rd | 2h52 | 8:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 5:50 York, Train Station | 2h10 | 8:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX561 · NX171 | On time 7:10 York, Station Rd | 3h00 | 10:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX170 | Delayed 8:11 York, Station Rd | 3h14 | 14:10 14:10Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX171 | On time 9:21 York, Station Rd | 3h34 | 12:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX170 | On time 11:11 York, Station Rd | 2h59 | 14:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC843 · NX171 | On time 12:11 York, Station Rd | 3h29 | 15:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| YC840 · NX170 | On time 13:51 York, Station Rd | 3h04 | 16:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| NX131 · NX171 | On time 15:00 York, Station Rd | 3h25 | 18:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:40 York, Train Station | 2h10 | 17:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| YC840 · NX170 | On time 16:51 York, Station Rd | 2h49 | 19:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Megabus, York Pullman Bus Company or First York to find the best option for your trip from York to Manchester.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Megabus, York Pullman Bus Company or First York to find the best option for your trip from York to Manchester.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from York to Manchester.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Manchester
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Buses from York to Manchester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 93 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 9m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, York Pullman Bus Company, First York, East Yorkshire from York to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between York to Manchester with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus, York Pullman Bus Company, First York, East Yorkshire for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
FAQs: York to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- 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 York and Manchester
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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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