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Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Bristol

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

today
£10
tomorrow
£17
Monday
£10
Tuesday
£9
Wednesday
£9
Thursday
£9
Friday
£12

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 50m 15:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 18:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £10
FlixBus 3h 30m 15:20 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 18:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £10
FlixBus 4h 0m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 7h 40m 23:55 Manchester Coach Station 07:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 5h 50m 21:45 Manchester Coach Station 03:35 Bristol 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 5h 50m 21:45 Manchester Coach Station 03:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 4h 0m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 3h 40m 12:00 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 15:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 3h 40m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:30 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £19
National Express 7h 40m 23:55 Manchester Coach Station 07:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £23

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 40m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:30 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £10
FlixBus 4h 0m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £10
FlixBus 3h 50m 15:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 18:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £10
National Express 5h 50m 21:45 Manchester Coach Station 03:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 5h 30m 15:45 Manchester Coach Station 21:15 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 40m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:30 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
FlixBus 4h 0m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
FlixBus 3h 50m 15:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 18:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
National Express 5h 10m 07:30 Manchester Coach Station 12:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 5h 30m 15:45 Manchester Coach Station 21:15 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 40m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:30 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
FlixBus 4h 0m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
FlixBus 3h 50m 15:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 18:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
National Express 5h 10m 07:30 Manchester Coach Station 12:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 5h 30m 15:45 Manchester Coach Station 21:15 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 40m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:30 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
FlixBus 4h 0m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
FlixBus 3h 50m 15:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 18:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £9
National Express 5h 30m 15:45 Manchester Coach Station 21:15 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 5h 10m 07:30 Manchester Coach Station 12:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 40m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:30 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 3h 50m 18:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 21:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 3h 20m 09:10 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 12:30 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 6h 5m 11:20 Manchester Coach Station 17:25 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £22
National Express 5h 30m 15:45 Manchester Coach Station 21:15 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £22

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Manchester to Bristol is £8 on 02/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Bristol

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Bristol are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 19 daily coaches from Manchester to Bristol. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 16 daily coaches between Manchester and Bristol.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 43 coaches from Manchester to Bristol, while Night sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Bristol, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Manchester to Bristol

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 17 times every day by bus from Manchester to Bristol in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Bristol starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus £8
Fastest Bus 3h 20m
Earliest Coach 04:10
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 17 Ø
Distance 226.5 km
Coach Companies National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Manchester to Bristol

Every day, 17 buses from 2 coach companies leave Manchester for Bristol: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
Saturday 06/12
£10
Sunday 07/12
£17
Monday 08/12
£10
Tuesday 09/12
£9
Wednesday 10/12
£9
Thursday 11/12
£9
Friday 12/12
£12
Saturday 13/12
£18
Sunday 14/12
£11
Monday 15/12
£10
Tuesday 16/12
£10
Wednesday 17/12
£11
Thursday 18/12
£11
Friday 19/12
£36
Saturday 20/12
£13
Sunday 21/12
£13
Monday 22/12
£34
Tuesday 23/12
£12
Wednesday 24/12
£13
Thursday 25/12
£42
Friday 26/12
£14
Saturday 27/12
£14
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Bristol

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Bristol, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £9, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester to Bristol. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £12.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Bristol, with £9. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £9.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Bristol

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 Bristol 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 Bristol, 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 Bristol are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester to Bristol

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

National Express from Manchester to Bristol

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 4h 35m
Earliest Coach 04:10
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 10 Ø
Found on 05/12/2025

FlixBus from Manchester to Bristol

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £9
Fastest Coach 3h 20m
Earliest Coach 08:50
Last Coach 18:20
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 05/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Bristol

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Bristol

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

FAQs about the Manchester to Bristol bus

How much does a Manchester - Bristol coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Manchester - Bristol bus trip is available from £8 and takes 3h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Manchester to Bristol is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £42. 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 - Bristol route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Manchester to Bristol is offered by roughly 17 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bristol from Manchester take?

The quickest coach from Manchester to Bristol is provided by FlixBus and takes 3h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £22. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Bristol?

The earliest bus to Bristol departs from Manchester at 04:10. 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 Bristol?

The latest bus to Bristol 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 - Bristol route?

Passengers looking to travel from Manchester to Bristol 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 Bristol?

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

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

Economy
Economy

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

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