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Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Bath

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Manchester to Bath from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today
£25
tomorrow
£27
Sunday
£26
Monday
£20
Tuesday
£13
Wednesday
£14
Thursday
£14

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 8h 50m 13:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 22:30 Bath Coach Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 9h 25m 15:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 00:35 Bath Coach Station  Economy £25
National Express 7h 13m 15:15 Manchester Coach Station 22:28 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
FlixBus 8h 35m 13:55 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 22:30 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 7h 24m 16:00 Manchester Coach Station 23:24 Bath Coach Station  Economy £32

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 9m 10:45 Manchester Coach Station 17:54 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 8h 1m 13:45 Manchester Coach Station 21:46 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 6h 55m 15:30 Manchester Coach Station 22:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 6h 51m 16:15 Manchester Coach Station 23:06 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
National Express 7h 0m 17:35 Manchester Coach Station 00:35 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bath via Birmingham, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      8h 42m
      0
      07:00
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      09:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 2h 45m
    • National Express
      3h 27m
      0
      12:15
      Birmingham
      Bearwood
      15:42
      Bath
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £14
    Travel time is 1h 51m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 8m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 11:23 Bath Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 6h 59m 06:10 Manchester Coach Station 13:09 Bath Coach Station  Economy £27
FlixBus 9h 25m 15:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 00:35 Bath Coach Station  Economy £30
FlixBus 8h 55m 05:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 13:55 Bath Coach Station  Economy £31
FlixBus 9h 55m 06:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:55 Bath Coach Station  Economy £32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bath via Birmingham, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      6h 19m
      0
      14:30
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      17:00
      Birmingham
      Aston University
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • National Express
      3h 29m
      0
      17:20
      Birmingham
      Bearwood
      20:49
      Bath
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £13
    Travel time is 0h 11m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 9h 35m 06:20 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 15:55 Bath Coach Station  Economy £20
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:20 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 20:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £20
FlixBus 8h 35m 13:55 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 22:30 Bath Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 8h 30m 16:55 Manchester Coach Station 01:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 8h 6m 15:40 Manchester Coach Station 23:46 Bath Coach Station  Economy £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bath via Birmingham, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      9h 30m
      0
      10:10
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      12:45
      Birmingham
      Aston University
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • National Express
      3h 20m
      0
      16:20
      Birmingham
      Bearwood
      19:40
      Bath
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 1h 24m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 16:55 Manchester Coach Station 01:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £13
National Express 7h 15m 12:25 Manchester Coach Station 19:40 Bath Coach Station  Economy £17
National Express 9h 5m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 14:20 Bath Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 7h 11m 10:20 Manchester Coach Station 17:31 Bath Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 7h 4m 13:45 Manchester Coach Station 20:49 Bath Coach Station  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 16:55 Manchester Coach Station 01:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 9h 5m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 14:20 Bath Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 7h 38m 14:50 Manchester Coach Station 22:28 Bath Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 8h 6m 15:40 Manchester Coach Station 23:46 Bath Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 6h 57m 07:25 Manchester Coach Station 14:22 Bath Coach Station  Economy £21

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 30m 16:55 Manchester Coach Station 01:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 9h 5m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 14:20 Bath Coach Station  Economy £16
FlixBus 9h 35m 06:20 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 15:55 Bath Coach Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 10h 5m 10:20 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 20:25 Bath Coach Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 8h 35m 13:55 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 22:30 Bath Coach Station  Economy £18

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Manchester to Bath is £12 on 10/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Bath

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Bath are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily coaches from Manchester to Bath. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Manchester and Bath.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 44 coaches from Manchester to Bath, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Bath, with 11 offers.

Facts about coaches from Manchester to Bath

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 14 times every day by bus from Manchester to Bath in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Bath starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus £12
Fastest Bus 6h 8m
Earliest Coach 12:25
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 14 Ø
Distance 233.8 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Manchester to Bath

Every day, 14 buses from 2 coach companies leave Manchester for Bath: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 30/10/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/10
Tuesday 27/10
Wednesday 28/10
Thursday 29/10
Friday 30/10
£27
Saturday 31/10
£27
Sunday 01/11
£26
Monday 02/11
£20
Tuesday 03/11
£13
Wednesday 04/11
£14
Thursday 05/11
£14
Friday 06/11
£20
Saturday 07/11
£19
Sunday 08/11
£18
Monday 09/11
£14
Tuesday 10/11
£12
Wednesday 11/11
£14
Thursday 12/11
£13
Friday 13/11
£18
Saturday 14/11
£16
Sunday 15/11
£20
Monday 16/11
£13
Tuesday 17/11
£12
Wednesday 18/11
£12
Thursday 19/11
£12
Friday 20/11
£18
Saturday 21/11
£16
Sunday 22/11

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Bath

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Bath, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £12, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester to Bath. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £18.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Bath, with £12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £25.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Bath

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Manchester to Bath in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Manchester to Bath, 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 Manchester to Bath are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester to Bath

These are the most booked bus companies between Manchester to Bath from our users.

National Express from Manchester to Bath

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 6h 8m
Earliest Coach 12:25
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 9 Ø
Found on 30/10/2026

FlixBus from Manchester to Bath

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 8h 20m
Earliest Coach 13:40
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 05/10/2026

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Bath

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Manchester and Bath.

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 Manchester to Bath? Compare all modes of transports from Manchester to Bath.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Bath

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Manchester to Bath? Or which bus companies serve the route Manchester to Bath? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Manchester to Bath bus

How much does a Manchester - Bath coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Manchester - Bath bus trip is available from £12 and takes 8h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Manchester to Bath is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £77. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Manchester to Bath is offered by roughly 14 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bath from Manchester take?

The quickest coach from Manchester to Bath is provided by National Express and takes 6h 8m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £26. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Bath?

The earliest bus to Bath departs from Manchester at 12:25. 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 Manchester to Bath?

The latest bus to Bath departs from Manchester at 23:59. 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 Manchester - Bath route?

Passengers looking to travel from Manchester to Bath 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 Manchester and Bath?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Bath 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 Bath from Manchester?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Manchester Bath 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 Manchester Bath 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 Manchester to Bath on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Manchester to Bath?

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 14 daily trips between Manchester and Bath. 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 Manchester to Bath?

Prices and availability for 14 trips between Manchester and Bath 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 Manchester to Bath

Economy
Economy

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

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