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Trip Overview

The average bus between Bristol and Manchester takes 3h 51m and the fastest bus takes 3h 40m. The bus service runs several times per day from Bristol to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 51m
Duration
168 mi
Distance
£19
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Bristol to Manchester bus times

Buses run 5 times a day between Bristol and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 8:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Manchester at 11:10 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 168.3 mi
  • Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Manchester, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 5 times a day. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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