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Compare all timetables for the bus from Paignton to Manchester

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

today
£30
tomorrow
£35
Monday
£21
Tuesday
£18
Wednesday
£20
Thursday
£20
Friday
£26

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 10h 45m 10:25 Paignton Central Coach Station 21:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Paignton to Manchester via Torquay, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      Save more than 1%
      10h 20m
      Paignton
      4 km
      10:50
      Torquay
      Coach Station
      21:10
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £30

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 9h 30m 07:45 Paignton Central Coach Station 17:15 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 10h 45m 10:25 Paignton Central Coach Station 21:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 12h 5m 00:05 Paignton Central Coach Station 12:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £50
  • Did you know that if you travel from Paignton to Manchester via Torquay, you can save more than £-2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      9h 5m
      Paignton
      4 km
      08:10
      Torquay
      Coach Station
      17:15
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0 km
      National Express
      Economy
      £37
  • Did you know that if you travel from Paignton to Manchester via Bristol, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      10h 20m
      0
      10:25
      Paignton
      Central Coach Station
      16:00
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £16
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • FlixBus
      3h 25m
      0
      17:20
      Bristol
      Coach Station
      20:45
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel time is 0h 50m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 5m 00:05 Paignton Central Coach Station 12:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 9h 45m 07:35 Paignton Central Coach Station 17:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 11h 10m 10:25 Paignton Central Coach Station 21:35 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £30

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 5m 00:05 Paignton Central Coach Station 12:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £18
National Express 11h 10m 10:25 Paignton Central Coach Station 21:35 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 9h 45m 07:35 Paignton Central Coach Station 17:20 Manchester 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 45m 07:35 Paignton Central Coach Station 17:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 11h 10m 10:25 Paignton Central Coach Station 21:35 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £25
National Express 12h 5m 00:05 Paignton Central Coach Station 12:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 5m 00:05 Paignton Central Coach Station 12:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £20
National Express 9h 45m 07:35 Paignton Central Coach Station 17:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 11h 10m 10:25 Paignton Central Coach Station 21:35 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £22

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 12h 5m 00:05 Paignton Central Coach Station 12:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £26
National Express 10h 10m 07:35 Paignton Central Coach Station 17:45 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 11h 0m 10:10 Paignton Central Coach Station 21:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Paignton to Manchester via Manchester Airport, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      15h 15m
      0
      10:25
      Paignton
      Central Coach Station
      21:05
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £19
      • Waiting Time 4h 10m
    • National Express
      0h 25m
      0
      01:15
      Manchester Airport
      Airport Coach Station
      01:40
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £4
    Travel time is 5h 5m longer, but you will save £3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Paignton to Manchester is £18 on 15/09/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Paignton and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between Paignton and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Paignton to Manchester. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Paignton and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 13 coaches from Paignton to Manchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Paignton and Manchester, with 6 offers.

Facts about coaches from Paignton to Manchester

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Paignton to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Paignton to Manchester starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 9h 30m
Earliest Coach 10:25
Latest Coach 10:10
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 350.5 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Paignton to Manchester

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Paignton for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/09/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 07/09
Tuesday 08/09
Wednesday 09/09
Thursday 10/09
Friday 11/09
Saturday 12/09
£24
Sunday 13/09
£35
Monday 14/09
£21
Tuesday 15/09
£18
Wednesday 16/09
£20
Thursday 17/09
£20
Friday 18/09
£26
Saturday 19/09
£33
Sunday 20/09
£23
Monday 21/09
£24
Tuesday 22/09
£20
Wednesday 23/09
£24
Thursday 24/09
Friday 25/09
£30
Saturday 26/09
£22
Sunday 27/09
£26
Monday 28/09
£22
Tuesday 29/09
£19
Wednesday 30/09
£22
Thursday 01/10
Friday 02/10
£23
Saturday 03/10
£22
Sunday 04/10

The cheapest time to travel from Paignton to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Paignton to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £18, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Paignton to Manchester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £23.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Paignton to Manchester, with £18. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £20.

How to save money travelling from Paignton to Manchester

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 Paignton to Manchester 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 Paignton to Manchester, 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 Paignton to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Paignton to Manchester

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

National Express from Paignton to Manchester

National Express

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

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 9h 30m
Earliest Coach 10:25
Last Coach 10:10
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 04/09/2026

All bus stations and stops in Paignton and Manchester

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

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Paignton to Manchester

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

FAQs about the Paignton to Manchester bus

How much does a Paignton - Manchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Paignton - Manchester bus trip is available from £18 and takes 12h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Paignton to Manchester is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £50. 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 Paignton - Manchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Paignton to Manchester 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 Manchester from Paignton take?

The quickest coach from Paignton to Manchester is provided by National Express and takes 9h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £35. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Paignton to Manchester?

The earliest bus to Manchester departs from Paignton at 10:25. 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 Paignton to Manchester?

The latest bus to Manchester departs from Paignton at 10:10. 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 Paignton - Manchester route?

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

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

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 Paignton Manchester 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 Paignton Manchester 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 Paignton to Manchester on your planned travel date.

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

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 2 daily trips between Paignton and Manchester. 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 Paignton to Manchester?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Paignton and Manchester 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 Paignton to Manchester

Economy
Economy

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

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