Nottingham to Manchester Bus
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Nottingham to Manchester by bus
The journey from Nottingham to Manchester by bus is 57.94 mi and takes 4 hrs 47 mins. There are 25 connections per day, with the first departure at 03:35 and the last at 20:45. It is possible to travel from Nottingham to Manchester by bus for as little as £5.53 or as much as £43.50. The best price for this journey is £5.53.
| Lowest Price | £5.53 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 47 mins |
| Connection per Day | East Midlands Railway, FlixBus, National Express 25 |
| Lowest Price | East Midlands Railway, FlixBus, National Express £5.53 |
| Highest Price | East Midlands Railway, FlixBus, National Express £43.50 |
| First Departure | East Midlands Railway, FlixBus, National Express 03:35 |
| Last Departure | East Midlands Railway, FlixBus, National Express 20:45 |
| Distance | East Midlands Railway, FlixBus, National Express 57.94 mi |
| Departure | East Midlands Railway, FlixBus, National Express Nottingham |
| Arrival | East Midlands Railway, FlixBus, National Express Manchester |
| Carriers | East Midlands Railway, FlixBus East Midlands Railway, FlixBus, National Express |
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When travelling to Manchester by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board East Midlands Railway, FlixBus and National Express from Nottingham to Manchester
Compare services on board when travelling from Nottingham to Manchester by bus.
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Nottingham to Manchester CO2 Emissions by Bus
Train
6.53kg
Bus
6.99kg
Flight
18.65kg
Car
14.92kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a bus ticket from Nottingham to Manchester?
A bus ticket from Nottingham to Manchester is £19.75. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £5.53.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Nottingham to Manchester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Nottingham to Manchester is £5.53. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Nottingham and Manchester by bus?
Nottingham to Manchester is 57.94 mi.
How long does the bus between Nottingham and Manchester take?
Nottingham to Manchester is on average 4 hrs 47 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 45 mins.
Which companies operate from Nottingham to Manchester?
The bus journey from Nottingham to Manchester is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: East Midlands Railway, FlixBus and National Express.
How many bus connections per day go from Nottingham to Manchester?
Nottingham to Manchester has 25 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Nottingham to Manchester leave?
The earliest bus from Nottingham to Manchester departs at 03:35. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Nottingham to Manchester depart?
The latest bus from Nottingham to Manchester departs at 20:45. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Nottingham to Manchester in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £5.53 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Nottingham to Manchester?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from Nottingham to go to Manchester.
What's the fastest journey time between Nottingham to Manchester by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Nottingham and Manchester is 2 hrs 45 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Nottingham to Manchester?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Nottingham and Manchester.
What are the CO2 emissions for Nottingham to Manchester by bus?
The bus journey from Nottingham to Manchester creates 6.99kg of CO2 emissions.