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Today1 Aug
Tomorrow2 Aug
from US$51
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Plymouth
    Departure location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: 116673
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Plymouth
    Departure location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: 116673
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Plymouth
    Departure location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Airport
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Plymouth
    Departure location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Shudehill
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Plymouth
    Departure location: Plymouth Armada Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Shudehill
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Plymouth to Manchester

Bus
Average priceUS$28 - US$76Average duration12h 11m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$111 - US$724Average duration5h 32m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$31 - US$48Average duration4h 40m
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Plymouth to Manchester

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 40mAverage duration
US$31Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Plymouth to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$44
Average bus trip duration12h 11m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure08:10
Distance228 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Plymouth to Manchester Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Plymouth - Manchester

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

    The journey from Plymouth to Manchester by coach covers an approximate distance of 230 miles (370 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Plymouth to Manchester without a car?

    You can reach Manchester from Plymouth by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Plymouth to Manchester was searched and found on 31 Jul 2025 with a price of US$45

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

You can expect to pay from US$45 to US$65 for a bus ticket from Plymouth to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47, which is on 2025-08-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Plymouth to Manchester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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