How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Lancaster?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Lancaster start from £7. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Lancaster?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Lancaster is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 43 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 25m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Lancaster route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Lancaster?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Lancaster at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Lancaster?

A bus journey from Manchester to Lancaster produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Lancaster?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Lancaster?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Lancaster?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Lancaster?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Manchester to Lancaster from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Lancaster on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	1h 45m	17:55	Lancaster University Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 25m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags
Bus	23:35	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	3h 25m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Lancaster on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	1h 25m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	1h 25m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	1h 45m	17:55	Lancaster University Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Lancaster on 7 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	1h 25m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	1h 25m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	1h 45m	17:55	Lancaster University Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Lancaster on 8 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	1h 25m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:35	Coach Station	1h 25m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags
Bus	16:10	Shudehill	1h 45m	17:55	Lancaster University Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 15m	03:00	Lancaster Bus Station (Night Stand)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 22:17 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Lancaster

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

46 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£7 - £22	Average duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£4 - £60	Average duration1h 1m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£6 - £6	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Lancaster?

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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C
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Lancaster

A
Lancaster University Bus Stop
Tower Avenue (Underpass), Lancaster LA1
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Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 29871 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £9

National Express Manchester Lancaster recent customer reviews

The trip was pleasant, but since the bus left Manchester late and arrived late in Lancaster, I missed a connection bus. This made me very angry because I lost money- I had to take a taxi. I hope this does not happen again, I intend on using your services again.

Tihomira K.

13 January 2020

FlixBus

3.5/512,183 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Megabus UK

3.5/54,306 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Lancaster

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Lancaster?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Lancaster start from £7. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Lancaster?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Lancaster is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 43 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 25m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Lancaster route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Lancaster?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Lancaster at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Lancaster?
A bus journey from Manchester to Lancaster produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Lancaster?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Lancaster?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Lancaster?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Lancaster?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

03/02

£7

04/02

£7

Today

£8

06/02

£7

07/02

£8

08/02

£8

09/02

£7

10/02

£7

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Lancaster was searched and found on 6 Feb 2026 with a price of £7

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

You can expect to pay from £7 to £19 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2026-02-06.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.