Bus and Coach from Manchester to Johnston: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Johnston

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

today

£18

tomorrow

£31

Sunday

Monday

£19

Tuesday

Wednesday

£17

Thursday

£17

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 23m	10:00	Manchester	Coach Station	20:23	Johnston	Bus Stop		Economy	£18	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 10:00:00 to Bus Stop, Johnston (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 20:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 23m
	National Express	13h 38m	06:15	Manchester	Coach Station	19:53	Johnston	Bus Stop		Economy	£26	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 06:15:00 to Bus Stop, Johnston (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 19:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 38m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	12h 33m	06:35	Manchester	Coach Station	19:08	Johnston	Bus Stop		Economy	£31	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 06:35:00 to Bus Stop, Johnston (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 19:08:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 33m
	National Express	9h 38m	10:00	Manchester	Coach Station	19:38	Johnston	Bus Stop		Economy	£44	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 06/12/2025 10:00:00 to Bus Stop, Johnston (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/12/2025 19:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 38m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 48m	10:00	Manchester	Coach Station	19:48	Johnston	Bus Stop		Economy	£19	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 10:00:00 to Bus Stop, Johnston (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 19:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £19 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 48m
	National Express	12h 53m	06:15	Manchester	Coach Station	19:08	Johnston	Bus Stop		Economy	£28	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 06:15:00 to Bus Stop, Johnston (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 19:08:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 53m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 48m	08:30	Manchester	Coach Station	18:18	Johnston	Bus Stop		Economy	£17	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 08:30:00 to Bus Stop, Johnston (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/12/2025 18:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 48m
	National Express	19h 13m	23:55	Manchester	Coach Station	19:08	Johnston	Bus Stop		Economy	£34	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/12/2025 23:55:00 to Bus Stop, Johnston (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 19:08:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 13m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 48m	08:30	Manchester	Coach Station	18:18	Johnston	Bus Stop		Economy	£17	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 08:30:00 to Bus Stop, Johnston (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/12/2025 18:18:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 48m
	National Express	19h 58m	23:55	Manchester	Coach Station	19:53	Johnston	Bus Stop		Economy	£39	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 11/12/2025 23:55:00 to Bus Stop, Johnston (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/12/2025 19:53:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 58m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Manchester to Johnston is £17 on 02/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Johnston

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Johnston are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily coaches from Manchester to Johnston. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Manchester and Johnston.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 8 coaches from Manchester to Johnston, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Johnston, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Manchester to Johnston

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Manchester to Johnston in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Johnston starting from £17!

Cheapest Bus	£17
Fastest Bus	9h 38m
Earliest Coach	06:15
Latest Coach	23:55
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	267.3 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Manchester to Johnston

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Manchester for Johnston: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 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

£18

Saturday 06/12

£31

Sunday 07/12

Monday 08/12

£19

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

£17

Thursday 11/12

£17

Friday 12/12

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Johnston

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Johnston, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £17, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Manchester to Johnston. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £31.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Johnston, with £17. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £34.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Johnston

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 Johnston 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 Johnston, 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 Johnston are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Johnston

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

Coach Station

Chorlton St

Corporation St

Hanover Street 2

Moss Lane East Station

Manchester (Moss Lane East) Manchester (Moss Lane East)

Shudehill Interchange

Shudehill

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

Talbot Rd

Bus Stop

St Peter`s Road

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Johnston

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

FAQs about the Manchester to Johnston bus

How much does a Manchester - Johnston coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Manchester - Johnston bus trip is available from £17 and takes 9h 48m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Manchester to Johnston is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £17 to £44. 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 - Johnston route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Manchester to Johnston is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Johnston from Manchester take?

The quickest coach from Manchester to Johnston is provided by National Express and takes 9h 38m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £44. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Johnston?

The earliest bus to Johnston departs from Manchester at 06:15. 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 Johnston?

The latest bus to Johnston 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 - Johnston route?

Passengers looking to travel from Manchester to Johnston can travel with 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 Johnston?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Johnston 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.

What can I take with me on the bus to Johnston 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 Johnston 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 Johnston 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 Johnston on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Manchester and to Johnston

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Manchester and to Johnston. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!