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Trip Overview

The average bus between Kilwinning and Manchester takes 6h 38m and the fastest bus takes 5h 57m. The bus service runs several times per day from Kilwinning 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.

6h 38m
Duration
246 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Kilwinning to Manchester bus times

Buses run twice daily between Kilwinning and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 7:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kilwinning is at 8:43 PM which arrives into Manchester at 2:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Kilmarnock Bus Station and take an average of 6h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus7h 5m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus6h 17m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus7h 5m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus6h 17m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus7h 5m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus5h 57m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus7h 27m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus5h 58m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus6h 43m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus6h 20m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus7h 5m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus6h 17m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus7h 5m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Stagecoach West ScotlandStagecoach West ScotlandFlixBus6h 17m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kilwinning to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Kilwinning to Manchester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 246 mi
  • Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Kilwinning, Scotland and Manchester, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 4h.

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