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Which bus from Brighton to Manchester is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Brighton to Manchester. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like National Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£16
tomorrow
£15
Thursday
£15
Friday
£16
Saturday
£16
Sunday
£16
Monday
£23

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 45m 06:45 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 16:30 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 10h 5m 12:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 22:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 9h 30m 13:55 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 23:25 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 9h 40m 14:50 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 00:30 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 9h 35m 16:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 01:40 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 13m 10:17 Brighton Withdean Park 19:30 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 9h 53m 11:17 Brighton Withdean Park 21:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 9h 18m 14:07 Brighton Withdean Park 23:25 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 9h 43m 08:17 Brighton Withdean Park 18:00 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 9h 28m 15:02 Brighton Withdean Park 00:30 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 45m 06:45 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 16:30 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 10h 5m 11:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 21:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 10h 10m 13:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 23:15 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 9h 40m 14:50 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 00:30 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 9h 35m 16:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 01:40 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £15

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 30m 08:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 18:35 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 10h 35m 09:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 19:40 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 10h 0m 11:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 21:05 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
FlixBus 9h 30m 10:00 Brighton Central Bus Station 19:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £19
FlixBus 9h 45m 11:45 Brighton Central Bus Station 21:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 54m 06:11 Brighton Preston Circus 16:05 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 9h 53m 08:12 Brighton Preston Circus 18:05 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 9h 13m 10:12 Brighton Preston Circus 19:25 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 9h 23m 11:12 Brighton Preston Circus 20:35 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 9h 33m 13:12 Brighton Preston Circus 22:45 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 13h 15m 22:55 Brighton Withdean Park 12:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 13h 13m 22:57 Brighton Patcham Place 12:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 8h 54m 07:16 Brighton Withdean Park 16:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 9h 48m 08:17 Brighton Withdean Park 18:05 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 9h 8m 10:17 Brighton Withdean Park 19:25 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 45m 06:45 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 16:30 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 9h 55m 08:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 18:00 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 9h 25m 10:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 19:30 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 10h 5m 11:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 21:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 10h 5m 12:05 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station 22:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £23
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brighton to Manchester via Windsor, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      12h 21m
      0
      13:19
      Brighton
      Patcham Place
      17:07
      Windsor
      High Street
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • National Express
      7h 48m
      0
      17:52
      Windsor
      High Street
      01:40
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
    Travel time is 2h 56m longer, but you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Brighton to Manchester is £15 on 17/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Brighton and Manchester?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Brighton to Manchester. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 85 daily coaches from Brighton to Manchester. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 75 daily coaches between Brighton and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 210 coaches from Brighton to Manchester, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Brighton and Manchester, with 81 offers.

All facts for Brighton to Manchester bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like National Express and FlixBus that travel daily 79 times by bus from Brighton to Manchester in one click. Book your Brighton to Manchester bus ticket starting from £15!

Cheapest Bus £15
Fastest Bus 7h 30m
Earliest Coach 02:50
Latest Coach 21:54
Daily Bus Connections 79 Ø
Distance 328.6 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Brighton to Manchester?

Every day, 79 buses from 2 coach companies leave Brighton for Manchester. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/06/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
£16
Wednesday 17/06
£21
Thursday 18/06
£21
Friday 19/06
£16
Saturday 20/06
£21
Sunday 21/06
£16
Monday 22/06
£18
Tuesday 23/06
£16
Wednesday 24/06
£16
Thursday 25/06
£21
Friday 26/06
£23
Saturday 27/06
£21
Sunday 28/06
£22
Monday 29/06
£17
Tuesday 30/06
£15
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 02/07
Friday 03/07
Saturday 04/07
Sunday 05/07
Monday 06/07
£16
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 08/07
Thursday 09/07
£16
Friday 10/07
£21
Saturday 11/07
£17
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Brighton to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Brighton to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £15, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Brighton to Manchester. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Brighton to Manchester, with £15. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £16.

How to save money travelling from Brighton to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Brighton to Manchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Brighton to Manchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Brighton to Manchester are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Brighton to Manchester?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Brighton to Manchester timetable.

National Express from Brighton to Manchester

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Brighton to Manchester:

Cheapest Price £15
Fastest Coach 8h 28m
Earliest Coach 02:50
Last Coach 21:54
Daily Connections 78 Ø
Found on 04/06/2026

FlixBus from Brighton to Manchester

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Brighton to Manchester:

Cheapest Price £19
Fastest Coach 7h 30m
Earliest Coach 10:00
Last Coach 20:00
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 02/05/2026
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Brighton and Manchester

Here is a map with all coach stations in Brighton and Manchester. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Brighton to Manchester? Compare all modes of transports from Brighton to Manchester.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Brighton to Manchester

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Brighton to Manchester. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Brighton to Manchester bus

How much does a Brighton Manchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Brighton Manchester bus trip is available from £15 and takes 9h 13m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Brighton to Manchester?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £15 to £37. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Manchester.

How many connections are available for the Brighton Manchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Brighton to Manchester is offered by roughly 79 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Manchester from Brighton take?

The quickest coach from Brighton to Manchester is provided by FlixBus and takes 7h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brighton to Manchester?

The earliest bus to Manchester departs from Brighton at 02:50. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Brighton to Manchester?

The latest bus to Manchester departs from Brighton at 21:54. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Brighton Manchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Brighton to Manchester can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Brighton and Manchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Manchester from Brighton?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Brighton Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Brighton Manchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Brighton to Manchester on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Brighton to Manchester?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 79 daily trips between Brighton and Manchester. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Brighton to Manchester?

Prices and availability for 79 trips between Brighton and Manchester change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Brighton to Manchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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