Coach trips from Birmingham to Manchester

Traveling from Birmingham to Manchester by Coach

Traveling from Birmingham to Manchester with FlixBus offers a convenient and enjoyable way to explore the heart of England. This journey connects two vibrant cities, each rich in culture, history, and modern attractions. With FlixBus, you can expect a comfortable and hassle-free experience, allowing you to relax and take in the scenic views of the English countryside. Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, this guide will help you plan your trip to ensure it is both efficient and memorable.

Departing from Birmingham

FlixBus provides several convenient departure points throughout Birmingham, making it easy to begin your journey to Manchester. To ensure a smooth boarding process, it's advisable to arrive at your designated bus departure point at least 15 minutes before departure. Here's an overview of the transport options available to help you reach your FlixBus stop in Birmingham:

• Birmingham Buses: Birmingham boasts an extensive bus network that connects all corners of the city, ensuring you can easily reach your FlixBus departure point. Many local buses are equipped with facilities like low floors for easy access, catering to wheelchair users and those with pushchairs.
• West Midlands Metro: Birmingham's modern tram system, the West Midlands Metro, offers a convenient and efficient way to navigate the city. The tram lines connect key areas, including the city center and the Jewellery Quarter, and extend out to Wolverhampton.
• Trains: Birmingham's extensive train network provides another reliable option for reaching your FlixBus stop. With multiple stations throughout the city, including Birmingham New Street, Moor Street, and Snow Hill, trains offer quick and efficient travel from and to various parts of Birmingham and beyond.
• Taxis and Ride-Sharing: For those who prefer a direct route, Birmingham offers a variety of taxi services and ride-sharing options. These can be hailed on the street, booked via mobile apps, or found at designated taxi stands, providing a convenient solution if you have heavy luggage or prefer door-to-door service.

With these transportation options, navigating Birmingham to reach your FlixBus departure point is straightforward and stress-free, ensuring you start your journey to Manchester on the right foot.

Arriving in Manchester

Upon your arrival at your FlixBus stop in Manchester, you'll find a variety of transportation options to help you reach your accommodation or explore the vibrant city. Manchester boasts a comprehensive and efficient public transport system, making it easy to navigate its diverse neighborhoods and iconic attractions.

• Metrolink Tram: Manchester's Metrolink is one of the most extensive tram networks in the UK, providing a convenient and efficient way to travel across the city and its suburbs. With numerous lines connecting key areas such as the city center, MediaCityUK, and Manchester Airport, the trams offer a reliable mode of transport for both locals and visitors. The network operates frequently, ensuring easy access to popular destinations.
• Buses: The bus network in Manchester is extensive, covering the city and surrounding areas. Buses offer a flexible way to explore Manchester, reaching places not served by the tram or train networks. While navigating the various routes can be complex for newcomers, buses provide a great opportunity to see the city from above ground and enjoy the local scenery.
• Trains: Manchester's train services connect the city to other parts of the UK, as well as providing local routes within the Greater Manchester area. Key stations like Manchester Piccadilly, Victoria, and Oxford Road offer frequent services to various destinations, making trains a convenient option for both short and long journeys.
• Taxis and Ride-Sharing: Manchester's taxis and ride-sharing services offer a convenient, direct way to reach your destination, especially if you have heavy luggage or prefer a door-to-door service. Taxis can be hailed on the street, found at designated ranks, or booked via mobile apps, providing flexibility and ease of travel.
• Cycling: For those who prefer a more active mode of transport, Manchester offers a growing network of cycling routes and bike-sharing schemes. Cycling is a great way to explore the city at your own pace, with dedicated lanes and paths ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.

With these transportation options, navigating Manchester is straightforward and convenient, allowing you to make the most of your visit and explore all that this dynamic city has to offer.

Coach trips from Birmingham to Manchester

Find the cheapest coaches from Birmingham to Manchester

It couldn’t be easier to book cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Manchester with FlixBus - and when you book coach tickets in advance, you can save money too!

FlixBus operates in 45 countries, connecting 5000 destinations. Looking for coach tickets from Birmingham to Manchester?
Ticket prices cost as little as £4.99. To get the cheapest coach tickets, book online in advance and avoid busy times like weekends or bank holidays.

The distance between Birmingham and Manchester is 89 miles, which takes approximately 1 hour 55 minutes with our fastest trips.

Make travelling even easier with the FlixBus app. All your information will be saved for the next time you travel, ensuring you always benefit from cheap coach tickets for the journeys you love.

Travelling from Birmingham to Manchester

No matter whether you want to travel by coach first thing in the morning or late at night, you’ll find a journey to suit you with 8 rides between Birmingham and Manchester. The first coach service is at 00:05 with the last coach leaving at 19:40.

You can get bus tickets for just £4.99. What’s more, our booking process is straightforward, and we offer a generous luggage allowance as well as many onboard amenities. Just relax and enjoy the journey with free Wi-Fi and plenty of legroom.
FlixBus coaches are also a great choice for environmentally-conscious travellers. We’re working towards being 100% carbon neutral and offer all travellers the opportunity to offset their carbon emissions when booking their tickets. Simply select the “CO2 compensation" box when paying for your coach travel online.

Taking the coach from Birmingham and arriving in Manchester

Ready for your journey from Birmingham? Birmingham is a transport hub with 2 stations and excellent coach connections, with buses to 29 destinations across the country and beyond.

No matter which is your departure station in Birmingham, you can find plenty of information on our website. First time travelling to Manchester? Here’s all you need to know.
Manchester is one of the best-connected cities, so you won’t be short on bus route choices for how to get here. 4 is the number of bus stations FlixBus has in Manchester, connecting 22 cities.

Never miss a beat as you sample the sights and culture synonymous with this famous city on your coach holiday. Now it’s time to hop aboard FlixBus and explore!

What to expect onboard the FlixBus bus from Birmingham to Manchester

Travelling from Birmingham to Manchester is quick, clean and comfortable - and it couldn’t be easier to book coach tickets with us. You can book online via the website, on our app, in person at a FlixShop or using Google Assistant.

We accept card payments as well as PayPal, Google Pay and Apple Pay, but there are many more payment options that you can choose from. The easiest way to book your coach tickets is using our app. You’ll be able to make your booking within seconds, and there’s no need to print and carry the ticket with you, as you’ll have the e-ticket on your phone.

Want to sit next to your family or friends? Or do you want to keep the space beside you free? Need a table to get on with some work whilst travelling? You can reserve a seat when you book on the app or website, with the option to choose from a variety of seat options including a table seat, panorama seat or extra seat. Once you’re settled in your seat, you can sit back and relax with plenty of onboard hospitality services to help you make the most of your trip. Most of our buses have onboard coach Wi-Fi so you can catch up on your favourite shows or check your e-mails. We’ve also got toilets on board, as well as power sockets.

What’s more, you get a generous hold luggage allowance when you travel with FlixBus, with one carry-on bag and one checked bag enabling you to bring everything you need for your trip.