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

today
£14
tomorrow
£13
Friday
£15
Saturday
£14
Sunday
£15
Monday
£13
Tuesday
£12

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 45m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 3h 50m 15:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 18:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14
FlixBus 3h 20m 09:15 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 12:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 5h 55m 14:50 Manchester Coach Station 20:45 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 6h 25m 15:40 Manchester Coach Station 22:05 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bristol via Birmingham, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 0m
      0
      14:00
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      16:15
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 5m
      0
      16:55
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      19:00
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 55m 18:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 22:05 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £13
FlixBus 3h 30m 18:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 22:05 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £13
FlixBus 4h 5m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:45 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 6h 25m 15:40 Manchester Coach Station 22:05 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 5h 20m 14:00 Manchester Coach Station 19:20 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bristol via Birmingham, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 0m
      0
      14:00
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      16:15
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 5m
      0
      16:55
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      19:00
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 45m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 4h 5m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:45 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 55m 13:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 17:05 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 5h 5m 04:45 Manchester Coach Station 09:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 5h 40m 05:50 Manchester Coach Station 11:30 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bristol via Birmingham, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 0m
      0
      14:00
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      16:15
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 5m
      0
      16:55
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      19:00
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 15m 15:30 Manchester Coach Station 20:45 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £14
National Express 5h 45m 08:55 Manchester Coach Station 14:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 5h 25m 16:15 Manchester Coach Station 21:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 4h 5m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:45 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 55m 13:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 17:05 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bristol via Birmingham, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 0m
      0
      14:00
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      16:15
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 5m
      0
      16:55
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      19:00
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 45m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 20m 09:15 Manchester Moss Lane East Station 12:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 4h 35m 05:15 Manchester Coach Station 09:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 5h 15m 15:30 Manchester Coach Station 20:45 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 5h 20m 06:10 Manchester Coach Station 11:30 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bristol via Birmingham, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 55m
      0
      12:10
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      14:40
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • FlixBus
      2h 0m
      0
      15:05
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      17:05
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 1h 35m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 45m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £13
FlixBus 4h 5m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:45 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £13
FlixBus 3h 50m 15:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 18:50 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £13
National Express 5h 55m 14:50 Manchester Coach Station 20:45 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £15
National Express 6h 25m 15:40 Manchester Coach Station 22:05 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bristol via Birmingham, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      17:15
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      19:45
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • National Express
      2h 5m
      0
      20:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      22:05
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 5m 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 5h 20m 14:00 Manchester Coach Station 19:20 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 3h 45m 08:50 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 12:35 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 4h 5m 11:40 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 15:45 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £12
FlixBus 3h 55m 13:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange 17:05 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £12
National Express 5h 15m 07:25 Manchester Coach Station 12:40 Bristol Coach Station  Economy £13
  • Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Bristol via Birmingham, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 50m
      0
      17:15
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      19:45
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • National Express
      2h 5m
      0
      20:00
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      22:05
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £1

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Manchester to Bristol is £10 on 19/08/2026. 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 21 daily coaches from Manchester to Bristol. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 17 daily coaches between Manchester and Bristol.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 66 coaches from Manchester to Bristol, while Night sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Bristol, with 4 offers.

Facts about coaches from Manchester to Bristol

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 18 times every day by bus from Manchester to Bristol in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Bristol starting from £10!

Cheapest Bus £10
Fastest Bus 3h 20m
Earliest Coach 07:25
Latest Coach 18:35
Daily Bus Connections 18 Ø
Distance 226.5 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Manchester to Bristol

Every day, 18 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 05/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/08
Tuesday 04/08
Wednesday 05/08
£14
Thursday 06/08
£13
Friday 07/08
£15
Saturday 08/08
£14
Sunday 09/08
£15
Monday 10/08
£13
Tuesday 11/08
£12
Wednesday 12/08
£12
Thursday 13/08
£12
Friday 14/08
£13
Saturday 15/08
£14
Sunday 16/08
£15
Monday 17/08
£10
Tuesday 18/08
£10
Wednesday 19/08
£10
Thursday 20/08
£10
Friday 21/08
£12
Saturday 22/08
£11
Sunday 23/08
£12
Monday 24/08
£10
Tuesday 25/08
£10
Wednesday 26/08
£10
Thursday 27/08
£10
Friday 28/08
£13
Saturday 29/08
£11
Sunday 30/08

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 £10, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester to Bristol. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £12.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Bristol, with £10. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £12.

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 07:25
Last Coach 15:40
Daily Connections 8 Ø
Found on 04/08/2026

FlixBus from Manchester to Bristol

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 3h 20m
Earliest Coach 08:50
Last Coach 18:35
Daily Connections 10 Ø
Found on 04/08/2026

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.

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 £10 and takes 5h 20m. 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 £10 to £30. 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 18 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 £14. 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 07:25. 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 Bristol?

The latest bus to Bristol departs from Manchester at 18:35. 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 FlixBus and National Express. 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: FlixBus and National Express.

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.

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

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 18 daily trips between Manchester and Bristol. 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 Bristol?

Prices and availability for 18 trips between Manchester and Bristol 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 Bristol

Economy
Economy

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

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