Bus Tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester

Compare 3 ways to go from Bournemouth to Manchester.

Bus
Average Price$39 - $80Average Duration13h 40m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$69 - $296Average Duration4h 46m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average Price$37 - $37Average Duration5h 10m
13kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Bournemouth to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 4 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
4h 46mAverage Duration
$69Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bournemouth to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$50
Average bus trip duration13h 40m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure4:10pm
Distance183 miles (295 km)

Bournemouth to Manchester Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Bournemouth to Manchester. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Bournemouth to Manchester from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Bournemouth to Manchester, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bournemouth - Manchester

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08/25
$54
08/26
$49
Today
$45
08/28
$47
08/29
$45
08/30
$43
08/31
$48
09/01
$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bournemouth to Manchester was searched and found on Sep 1, 2025 with a price of $39

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bournemouth to Manchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $70 for a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-09-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Bournemouth and Manchester!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bournemouth to Manchester, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Bournemouth to Manchester that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Bournemouth to Manchester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Will you be returning to Bournemouth by bus?

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Train from Bournemouth to Manchester

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