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What is the best way to travel from Stirling to Manchester?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights, Trains and Buses to Manchester from Stirling. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
5h 55m
£19
£29
2
Train
4h 18m
£27
£40
15
Flight
2h 40m
£34
£80
144

What is the cheapest way to reach Manchester from Stirling?

You can reach Manchester with just £19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
from £36
Thursday
from £34
Friday
from £27
Saturday
from £20
Sunday
from £22
Monday
from £37
Tuesday
from £19

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Buzz
    5h 10m
    0
    07:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £36
  • Jet2.com
    14h 25m
    0
    08:45
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    23:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £48
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 15m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £53
  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 40m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    09:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £71

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Ryanair
    8h 0m
    0
    22:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    06:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £34
  • Buzz
    5h 45m
    0
    07:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £36
  • Buzz
    6h 15m
    0
    07:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    14:00
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £39
  • Ryanair
    3h 35m
    0
    14:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £50

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • ScotRail
    4h 18m
    0
    18:03
    Stirling
    Central Station
    22:21
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £27
  • ScotRail
    5h 18m
    0
    18:03
    Stirling
    Central Station
    23:21
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £33
  • ScotRail
    4h 18m
    0
    15:04
    Stirling
    Central Station
    19:22
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £47
  • ScotRail
    4h 21m
    0
    16:03
    Stirling
    Central Station
    20:24
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £47
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    08:15
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43
  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    19:45
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    02:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    23h 10m
    0
    23:00
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    22:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £43
  • EasyJet Airline
    25h 40m
    0
    21:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £45
  • Ryanair
    21h 30m
    0
    22:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £50
  • Aer Lingus
    20h 30m
    0
    20:10
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    16:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £65

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    08:15
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    20:45
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    02:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    3h 40m
    0
    18:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    22:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £39
  • Ryanair
    6h 5m
    0
    15:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £40
  • Ryanair
    23h 45m
    0
    10:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    09:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £42
  • R Airlines
    6h 50m
    0
    17:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £47

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    20:45
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    02:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    08:15
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    25h 30m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    08:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £44
  • R Airlines
    27h 5m
    0
    05:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    09:00
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £62
  • Jet2.com
    7h 30m
    0
    06:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £82
  • Aer Lingus
    23h 15m
    0
    08:20
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    07:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £97

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • LC Perú
    25h 20m
    0
    08:35
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    09:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £37
  • Ryanair
    4h 5m
    0
    08:20
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    12:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • Ryanair
    8h 5m
    0
    06:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £40
  • Buzz
    7h 35m
    0
    23:35
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    07:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £41

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    08:15
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    20:45
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    02:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    3h 30m
    0
    08:25
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    11:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £42
  • Buzz
    11h 35m
    0
    08:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £45
  • Buzz
    4h 45m
    0
    08:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £46
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    6h 40m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £58

What are the fastest trips from Stirling to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester from Stirling in just 2h 40m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 2h 40m
Thursday
from 3h 0m
Friday
from 3h 10m
Saturday
from 3h 40m
Sunday
from 3h 15m
Monday
from 4h 5m
Tuesday
from 3h 30m

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    2h 40m
    0
    07:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    09:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £71
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 15m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £53
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 40m
    0
    17:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £115
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 5m
    0
    08:20
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    13:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £123

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 0m
    0
    07:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:05
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £60
  • Ryanair
    3h 35m
    0
    14:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £50
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    09:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £59
  • R Airlines
    4h 15m
    0
    17:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    22:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £56

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Aer Lingus
    3h 10m
    0
    13:35
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    16:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £124
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 35m
    0
    16:30
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    20:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £92
  • Loganair
    5h 10m
    0
    12:05
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    17:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £275
  • British Airways
    5h 20m
    0
    14:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:05
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £89
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • ScotRail
    4h 18m
    0
    18:03
    Stirling
    Central Station
    22:21
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £27
  • ScotRail
    4h 18m
    0
    15:04
    Stirling
    Central Station
    19:22
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £47
  • ScotRail
    4h 21m
    0
    16:03
    Stirling
    Central Station
    20:24
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £47
  • ScotRail
    5h 18m
    0
    18:03
    Stirling
    Central Station
    23:21
    Manchester
    Oxford Road Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £33
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 55m
    0
    19:45
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    02:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £45
  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    08:15
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £43

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    3h 40m
    0
    18:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    22:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £39
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    09:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:25
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £112
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £74
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:40
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £71
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    20:45
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    02:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    08:15
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Aer Lingus
    3h 15m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £157
  • Ryanair
    3h 50m
    0
    18:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    22:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £188
  • British Airways
    6h 15m
    0
    12:50
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    19:05
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £137
  • Jet2.com
    7h 30m
    0
    06:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £82
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    20:45
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    02:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    08:15
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 5m
    0
    12:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £80
  • Ryanair
    4h 5m
    0
    08:20
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    12:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £38
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 5m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    12:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £53
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 30m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £67

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    3h 30m
    0
    08:25
    Glasgow Airport
    Glasgow Airport
    11:55
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £42
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    09:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £61
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 0m
    0
    07:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £62
  • Buzz
    4h 45m
    0
    08:40
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £46
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 55m
    0
    20:45
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    02:40
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
  • FlixBus
    7h 5m
    0
    08:15
    Stirling
    Forth Valley College
    15:20
    Manchester
    Shudehill Interchange
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £19
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Stirling to Manchester

What are the most popular stations in Stirling and Manchester?

In Stirling, you will usually depart from Central Station, Goosecroft Coach Station or Forth Valley College, while in Manchester you will be arriving at Victoria Station, Piccadilly Train Station or Shudehill Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Manchester from Stirling? With 11 connections between 2 Flight, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Stirling and Manchester, you can pay as low as £19 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Manchester in just 2h 40m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Stirling and Manchester are Eastern Air Lines (2011), EasyJet Airline and Ryanair, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Stirling and Manchester is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Cornton Vale or to Salford, and look at flights from Glasgow Airport, and landing at Liverpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Stirling to Manchester?

The most popular companies between Stirling and Manchester, are Eastern Air Lines (2011), EasyJet Airline and Ryanair. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: ScotRail

Airlines: Eastern Air Lines (2011), EasyJet Airline, Ryanair and 8 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Stirling to Manchester

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Stirling to Manchester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Stirling to Manchester

How can I reach Manchester from Stirling?

Every day, there are on average 11 connections between Flight, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Manchester from Stirling.

How far is Manchester from Stirling?

The distance between Stirling and Manchester is 312.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Stirling and Manchester?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 53 kgs, and a flight 77 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Stirling to Manchester?

You can get to Manchester with just £19 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Stirling to Manchester?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Manchester in just 2h 40m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Stirling and to Manchester

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Stirling and to Manchester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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