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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Southampton to Manchester from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from £22
Tuesday
from £20
Wednesday
from £18
Thursday
from £29
Friday
from £20
Saturday
from £26

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 45m
      0
      08:55
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      12:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      14:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      16:40
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 4h 50m shorter, and you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 45m
      0
      08:55
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      12:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      14:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      16:40
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 4h 50m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 45m
      0
      08:55
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      12:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      14:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      16:40
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 4h 50m shorter, and you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 45m
      0
      08:55
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      12:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      14:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      16:40
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 4h 50m shorter, and you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 45m
      0
      08:55
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      12:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      14:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      16:40
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 4h 50m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    12h 50m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    13h 10m
    0
    17:00
    Southampton
    Coach Station
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    12h 55m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    06:10
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    12h 35m
    0
    17:15
    Southampton
    Burgess Road
    05:50
    Manchester
    Moss Lane East Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £26
  • Did you know that if you travel from Southampton to Manchester via Birmingham, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      7h 45m
      0
      08:55
      Southampton
      Coach Station
      12:30
      Birmingham
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £10
      • Waiting Time 1h 40m
    • FlixBus
      2h 30m
      0
      14:10
      Birmingham
      Great Charles St Queensway
      16:40
      Manchester
      Shudehill Interchange
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 4h 50m shorter, and you will save £10

Facts about coaches from Southampton to Manchester

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Southampton to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 12h 35m
Earliest Coach 17:00
Latest Coach 17:15
Daily Bus Connections 4 Ø
Distance 291.5 km
Coach Companies FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Southampton to Manchester

Every day, 4 buses from 1 coach companies leave Southampton for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 22/06/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/06
Tuesday 17/06
Wednesday 18/06
Thursday 19/06
Friday 20/06
Saturday 21/06
Sunday 22/06
£86
Monday 23/06
£22
Tuesday 24/06
£20
Wednesday 25/06
£18
Thursday 26/06
£29
Friday 27/06
£20
Saturday 28/06
£26
Sunday 29/06
£42
Monday 30/06
£17
Tuesday 01/07
£22
Wednesday 02/07
Thursday 03/07
£23
Friday 04/07
Saturday 05/07
£12
Sunday 06/07
£26
Monday 07/07
Tuesday 08/07
Wednesday 09/07
£25
Thursday 10/07
£24
Friday 11/07
Saturday 12/07
£24
Sunday 13/07

How to save money travelling from Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Southampton to Manchester

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

Southern from Southampton to Manchester

Southern

Here you will find the key facts about the Southern bus route Southampton to Manchester:

Cheapest Price £86
Fastest Coach 6h 0m
Earliest Coach 06:45
Last Coach 08:44
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 07/05/2025

FlixBus from Southampton to Manchester

FlixBus

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

Cheapest Price £18
Fastest Coach 12h 35m
Earliest Coach 17:00
Last Coach 17:15
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 18/06/2025

All bus stations and stops in Southampton and Manchester

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Southampton 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 Southampton to Manchester? Compare all modes of transports from Southampton to Manchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Southampton to Manchester

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

FAQs about the Southampton to Manchester bus

How much does a Southampton - Manchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Southampton - Manchester bus trip is available from £18 and takes 13h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Southampton to Manchester is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £29. 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 Southampton - Manchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Southampton to Manchester is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Manchester from Southampton take?

The quickest coach from Southampton to Manchester is provided by FlixBus and takes 12h 35m. 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 Southampton to Manchester?

The earliest bus to Manchester departs from Southampton at 17:00. 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 Southampton to Manchester?

The latest bus to Manchester departs from Southampton at 17:15. 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 Southampton - Manchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Southampton to Manchester can travel with FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Southampton 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: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Manchester from Southampton?

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 Southampton 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 Southampton 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 Southampton to Manchester on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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