Is there a way to reach Manchester from Southampton without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are practical and sustainable ways to travel to Manchester. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Manchester from Southampton by bus?

Traveling from Southampton to Manchester takes about 12h 35m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 8h 40m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 182 miles (293 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Southampton and Manchester?

Southampton and Manchester are 182 miles (293 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton to Manchester?

If you're headed to Manchester from Southampton, chances are that your bus will depart from Southampton Coach Station and arrive at Shudehill. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the most affordable way to get from Southampton to Manchester?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Southampton to Manchester by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $11.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Southampton to Manchester?

The bus ticket costs $30 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $11 to $118, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Once in Manchester, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Chester Zoo, John Rylands Library, Chinatown, Chill Factore and The Crystal Maze Live Experience.

Southampton to Manchester Bus Tickets

TodayMay 21

from $33

TomorrowMay 22

FriMay 23

SatMay 24

SunMay 25

MonMay 26

from $47

TueMay 27

WedMay 28

Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 26 at 5:00pm
Departure city: Southampton
Departure location: Southampton
Arrival time: May 27 at 6:50am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Shudehill
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 26 at 5:15pm
Departure city: Southampton
Departure location: Southampton University
Arrival time: May 27 at 6:50am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Shudehill
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 35m
Departure time: May 26 at 5:15pm
Departure city: Southampton
Departure location: Southampton University
Arrival time: May 27 at 6:50am
Destination city: Manchester
Destination location: Shudehill
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 35m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Southampton to Manchester.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $118	Average Duration12h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$45 - $477	Average Duration4h 6m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $41	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Southampton to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Southampton to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$30

Average bus trip duration12h 35m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure7:15am

Distance172 miles (277 km)

Latest bus departure5:15pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,698 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Megabus UK

3.5/54,164 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting comfortable seating and good value for budget prices. The drivers are noted to be particularly skilled. However, some travelers mentioned minor issues such as confusion about pickup locations and a lack of announcements regarding trip progress or delays.

Megabus Southampton Manchester recent customer reviews

Bus was late I was waiting at the bus stop for nearly 2 hours and I didn't even get any update, it was loads of stress, it was raining out side, and after all the waiting the bus come to a completely different stop

Lukas K.

June 1, 2024

A particularly good driver, comfortable bus, I would have like more announcements along the way as to the progress and delays etc. my trip was 30 minutes late.

Tony G.

April 4, 2024

I had difficulty in finding the pickup stop on East Terrace in Southampton. It would appear the stop is at 1C and not 1D as indicated on the ticket. Otherwise, everything was great.

Moses A.

July 4, 2022

Infobus

4/5469 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Manchester?

Stops in Southampton

A - Southampton Coach Station

B - Southampton Airport

C - Southampton Bus Stop

D - Southampton Central

E - Ferry Terminal

F - Bus Stop Queensway

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Manchester Airport

C - Coach Station

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Southampton - Manchester

Is there a way to reach Manchester from Southampton without a car?
How long does it take to get to Manchester from Southampton by bus?
What is the distance between Southampton and Manchester?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton to Manchester?
What is the most affordable way to get from Southampton to Manchester?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Southampton to Manchester?
What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

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

Best price found

05/19

$24

05/20

$22

Today

$33

05/22

$41

05/23

No data

05/24

$68

05/25

$111

05/26

$47

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Manchester was searched and found on May 20, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $111 for a bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-05-22.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Southampton to Manchester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Southampton to Manchester.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Southampton to Manchester will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Southampton to Manchester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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.

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Bus Tickets from Southampton to Manchester

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Compare 3 ways to go from Southampton to Manchester.

Bus Southampton to Manchester: Trip Overview

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Megabus Southampton Manchester recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in Southampton and Manchester?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Southampton - Manchester

Is there a way to reach Manchester from Southampton without a car?

How long does it take to get to Manchester from Southampton by bus?

What is the distance between Southampton and Manchester?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Southampton to Manchester?

What is the most affordable way to get from Southampton to Manchester?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Southampton to Manchester?

What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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