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24/06/2025
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Southampton to Manchester by bus

The journey from Southampton to Manchester by bus is 181.72 mi and takes 7 hrs 55 mins. There are 19 connections per day, with the first departure at 03:30 and the last at 20:30. It is possible to travel from Southampton to Manchester by bus for as little as £24.02 or as much as £50.85. The best price for this journey is £24.02.

Lowest Price £24.02
Journey Duration 7 hrs 55 mins
Connection per Day 19
Lowest Price £24.02
Highest Price £50.85
First Departure 03:30
Last Departure 20:30
Distance 181.72 mi
Departure Southampton
Arrival Manchester
Carriers National Express

Southampton to Manchester Bus Times

Departure date
Tuesday, 24 Jun 2025

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The cheapest Southampton - Manchester bus tickets can be found for as low as £10.79 if you’re lucky, or £18.41 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £26.13.

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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!

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Southampton to Manchester CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
20.47kg
Bus
21.93kg
Flight
58.49kg
Car
46.79kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester?
A bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester is £36.63. 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 £24.02.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southampton to Manchester?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southampton to Manchester is £24.02. 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 Southampton and Manchester by bus?
Southampton to Manchester is 181.72 mi.
How long does the bus between Southampton and Manchester take?
Southampton to Manchester is on average 7 hrs 55 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hrs 35 mins.
How many bus connections per day go from Southampton to Manchester?
Southampton to Manchester has 19 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southampton to Manchester leave?
The earliest bus from Southampton to Manchester departs at 03:30. 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 Southampton to Manchester depart?
The latest bus from Southampton to Manchester departs at 20:30. 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 Southampton 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 £24.02 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.
What's the fastest journey time between Southampton to Manchester by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southampton and Manchester is 6 hrs 35 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Southampton to Manchester?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southampton and Manchester.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southampton to Manchester by bus?
The bus journey from Southampton to Manchester creates 21.93kg of CO2 emissions.

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