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  • Departure time: 15 December at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)
    Arrival time: 15 December at
    Destination city: Belfast
    Destination location: Stena Line Terminal
    Operated by: Hannon Coach + National Express
    Hannon Coach + National Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 December at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 15 December at
    Destination city: Belfast
    Destination location: Stena Line Terminal
    Operated by: Hannon Coach + National Express
    Hannon Coach + National Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 December at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: 15 December at
    Destination city: Belfast
    Destination location: Stena Line Terminal
    Operated by: Hannon Coach + Megabus UK
    Hannon Coach + Megabus UK
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 December at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Shudehill
    Arrival time: 15 December at
    Destination city: Belfast
    Destination location: Stena Line Terminal
    Operated by: Megabus UK + Hannon Coach
    Megabus UK + Hannon Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 December at
    Departure city: Manchester
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: 15 December at
    Destination city: Belfast
    Destination location: Stena Line Terminal
    Operated by: Hannon Coach + National Express
    Hannon Coach + National Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Belfast

Bus
Average priceUS$72 - US$91Average duration16h 30m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$50 - US$50Average duration7h 50m
11kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Manchester to Belfast

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Belfast. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
16h 30mAverage duration
US$72Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Manchester to Belfast: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$72
Average bus trip duration16h 30m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance168 miles
Latest bus departure01:35

Manchester to Belfast Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Belfast

  1. What's the distance between Manchester and Belfast by coach?

    The distance between Manchester and Belfast by coach is approximately 168 miles (271 km).

  2. How can I get from Manchester to Belfast without driving?

    You can travel to Belfast from Manchester by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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 Manchester and Belfast!

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Manchester to Belfast will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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