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

today
£30
tomorrow
£13
Wednesday
£13
Thursday
£22
Friday
£13
Saturday
£22
Sunday
£22

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 55m 10:55 Manchester Coach Station 19:50 Bournemouth University  Economy £30
National Express 8h 35m 15:50 Manchester Coach Station 00:25 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £31
National Express 7h 50m 17:10 Manchester Coach Station 01:00 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £32
FlixBus 10h 30m 08:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 19:00 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £43
FlixBus 9h 10m 13:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 22:50 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £43
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bournemouth via Birmingham, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 50m
      0
      10:10
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      12:45
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      6h 5m
      0
      12:55
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      19:00
      Bournemouth
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £16
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 25m 07:25 Manchester Coach Station 16:50 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £13
National Express 9h 10m 10:15 Manchester Coach Station 19:25 Bournemouth University  Economy £13
National Express 9h 15m 14:40 Manchester Coach Station 23:55 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 9h 30m 04:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 14:20 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £24
FlixBus 10h 30m 08:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 19:00 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £24

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 10m 10:15 Manchester Coach Station 19:25 Bournemouth University  Economy £13
National Express 9h 38m 11:30 Manchester Coach Station 21:08 Bournemouth University  Economy £16
National Express 8h 50m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 14:05 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 9h 30m 04:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 14:20 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £26
FlixBus 10h 30m 08:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 19:00 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £26

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 25m 07:25 Manchester Coach Station 16:50 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £22
National Express 9h 15m 14:40 Manchester Coach Station 23:55 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £22
National Express 8h 55m 15:30 Manchester Coach Station 00:25 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £22
FlixBus 11h 50m 00:20 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 12:10 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £29
FlixBus 10h 30m 08:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 19:00 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 0m 09:50 Manchester Coach Station 19:50 Bournemouth University  Economy £13
National Express 9h 43m 10:55 Manchester Coach Station 20:38 Bournemouth University  Economy £13
National Express 9h 13m 14:20 Manchester Coach Station 23:33 Bournemouth University  Economy £13
FlixBus 9h 30m 04:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 14:20 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £28
FlixBus 9h 25m 15:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 00:35 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £28

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 8h 55m 10:55 Manchester Coach Station 19:50 Bournemouth University  Economy £22
National Express 8h 58m 14:35 Manchester Coach Station 23:33 Bournemouth University  Economy £22
National Express 7h 50m 17:10 Manchester Coach Station 01:00 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £23
FlixBus 7h 45m 08:30 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 16:15 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £33
FlixBus 9h 10m 13:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 22:50 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bournemouth via Birmingham, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      9h 20m
      0
      12:10
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      14:40
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 2h 20m
    • National Express
      4h 30m
      0
      17:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      21:30
      Bournemouth
      Train Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £13
    Travel time is 1h 35m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 50m 17:10 Manchester Coach Station 01:00 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £22
National Express 9h 5m 06:10 Manchester Coach Station 15:15 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £24
National Express 8h 35m 15:50 Manchester Coach Station 00:25 Bournemouth Train Station  Economy £25
FlixBus 9h 30m 04:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 14:20 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £35
FlixBus 9h 25m 15:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 00:35 Bournemouth Central Coach Station  Economy £35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bournemouth via Birmingham, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 15m
      0
      10:10
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      12:45
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • National Express
      4h 55m
      0
      13:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      18:25
      Bournemouth
      Train Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £13
    Travel time is 0h 25m longer, but you will save £3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Manchester to Bournemouth is £13 on 05/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Bournemouth

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Bournemouth are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily coaches from Manchester to Bournemouth. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 21 daily coaches between Manchester and Bournemouth.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 55 coaches from Manchester to Bournemouth, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Bournemouth, with 15 offers.

Facts about coaches from Manchester to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 21 times every day by bus from Manchester to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Bournemouth starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus £13
Fastest Bus 7h 30m
Earliest Coach 00:20
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 21 Ø
Distance 308.1 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Manchester to Bournemouth

Every day, 21 buses from 2 coach companies leave Manchester for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 04/05
£30
Tuesday 05/05
£13
Wednesday 06/05
£13
Thursday 07/05
£22
Friday 08/05
£13
Saturday 09/05
£22
Sunday 10/05
£22
Monday 11/05
£14
Tuesday 12/05
£13
Wednesday 13/05
£20
Thursday 14/05
£13
Friday 15/05
£20
Saturday 16/05
£15
Sunday 17/05
£14
Monday 18/05
£20
Tuesday 19/05
£18
Wednesday 20/05
£13
Thursday 21/05
£13
Friday 22/05
£14
Saturday 23/05
£20
Sunday 24/05
£14
Monday 25/05
£14
Tuesday 26/05
£13
Wednesday 27/05
£13
Thursday 28/05
£18
Friday 29/05
£19
Saturday 30/05
£18
Sunday 31/05

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Bournemouth

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Bournemouth, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £13, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester to Bournemouth. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £15.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Bournemouth, with £13. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £20.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Bournemouth

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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, 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 Bournemouth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester to Bournemouth

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

FlixBus from Manchester to Bournemouth

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £24
Fastest Coach 7h 45m
Earliest Coach 00:20
Last Coach 15:10
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 02/05/2026

National Express from Manchester to Bournemouth

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 7h 30m
Earliest Coach 02:45
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 16 Ø
Found on 02/05/2026

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Bournemouth

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Bournemouth

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

FAQs about the Manchester to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Manchester - Bournemouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Manchester - Bournemouth bus trip is available from £13 and takes 9h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Manchester to Bournemouth is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £65. 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 - Bournemouth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Manchester to Bournemouth is offered by roughly 21 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bournemouth from Manchester take?

The quickest coach from Manchester to Bournemouth is provided by National Express and takes 7h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £65. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus to Bournemouth departs from Manchester at 00:20. 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 Bournemouth?

The latest bus to Bournemouth departs from Manchester at 23:55. 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 - Bournemouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Manchester to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

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

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 21 daily trips between Manchester and Bournemouth. 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 Bournemouth?

Prices and availability for 21 trips between Manchester and Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth

Economy
Economy

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

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