Bus Manchester to Bridgend: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Bridgend

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Manchester to Bridgend from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$23

tomorrow

$25

Saturday

Sunday

$25

Monday

$26

Tuesday

$25

Wednesday

$26

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 25m	3:25 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	9:50 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2026 3:25:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/23/2026 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
FlixBus	6h 25m	6:35 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	1:00 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2026 6:35:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
FlixBus	6h 50m	3:00 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	9:50 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$24	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2026 3:00:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/23/2026 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
FlixBus	6h 50m	6:10 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:00 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$24	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/23/2026 6:10:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	6h 35m	7:10 AM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:45 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$25	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 7:10:00 AM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m
FlixBus	6h 55m	1:10 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	8:05 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$25	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 1:10:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 8:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
FlixBus	6h 50m	3:00 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	9:50 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$25	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 3:00:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/24/2026 9:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
National Express	11h 45m	11:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:40 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 11:55:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
National Express	9h 25m	4:00 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:25 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/24/2026 4:00:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/25/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	11h 45m	11:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:40 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 11:55:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
National Express	9h 10m	4:15 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:25 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$35	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 4:15:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
National Express	6h 55m	11:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	6:10 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$40	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 11:15:00 AM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
National Express	6h 25m	1:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	7:45 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$40	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 1:20:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
National Express	6h 5m	7:15 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:20 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$43	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/26/2026 7:15:00 AM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/26/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 10m	5:15 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:25 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 5:15:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
National Express	11h 45m	11:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:40 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$28	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 11:55:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
National Express	6h 40m	1:20 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	8:00 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$32	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 1:20:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 40m
National Express	6h 30m	2:15 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	8:45 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$37	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 2:15:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	6h 20m	7:00 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:20 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$39	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/27/2026 7:00:00 AM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	11h 45m	11:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:40 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$25	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 11:55:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $25 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
National Express	8h 15m	12:25 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	8:40 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 12:25:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
National Express	8h 10m	5:15 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:25 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 5:15:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
National Express	6h 20m	7:00 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:20 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$32	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 7:00:00 AM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
National Express	7h 30m	11:10 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	6:40 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$40	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/28/2026 11:10:00 AM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	8h 15m	12:25 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	8:40 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 12:25:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 15m
National Express	8h 10m	5:15 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	1:25 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 5:15:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
National Express	11h 45m	11:55 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	11:40 AM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$28	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 11:55:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
National Express	6h 30m	2:15 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	8:45 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$36	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 2:15:00 PM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
National Express	8h 0m	7:25 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	3:25 PM	Bridgend	Designer Outlet	Economy	$37	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 7/29/2026 7:25:00 AM to Designer Outlet, Bridgend (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 0m

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Bridgend

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Bridgend are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Manchester to Bridgend. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Manchester and Bridgend.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 21 buses from Manchester to Bridgend, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Bridgend, with 9 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 8/4/2026 costs just $21, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Manchester to Bridgend

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from Manchester to Bridgend in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Bridgend starting from $21!

Cheapest Bus	$21
Fastest Bus	6h 5m
Earliest Bus	3:00 PM
Latest Bus	11:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	7 Ø
Distance	147.7 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Manchester to Bridgend

Every day, 7 buses from 2 bus companies leave Manchester for Bridgend: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

$23

Friday 07/24

$25

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

$25

Monday 07/27

$27

Tuesday 07/28

$25

Wednesday 07/29

$24

Thursday 07/30

$25

Friday 07/31

$23

Saturday 08/01

$27

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$21

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$24

Friday 08/07

$29

Saturday 08/08

$23

Sunday 08/09

$32

Monday 08/10

$28

Tuesday 08/11

$24

Wednesday 08/12

$26

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Bridgend

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Manchester to Bridgend, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $21, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Manchester to Bridgend. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $26.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Bridgend, with $23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $25.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Bridgend

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Manchester to Bridgend in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Manchester to Bridgend, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Manchester to Bridgend are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Bridgend

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Manchester and Bridgend.

Coach Station

Chorlton St

Corporation St

Hanover Street 2

Moss Lane East Station

Manchester (Moss Lane East) Manchester (Moss Lane East)

Shudehill Interchange

Shudehill

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

Talbot Rd

Designer Outlet

A4061

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Bridgend

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Manchester to Bridgend? Or which bus companies serve the route Manchester to Bridgend? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Manchester to Bridgend bus

How much does a Manchester Bridgend bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $21 and takes 6h 25m to reach Bridgend. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Manchester to Bridgend?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $21 and $59. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bridgend.

On average, how many connections are available from Manchester to Bridgend each day?

Every day, the Manchester to Bridgend bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Manchester to Bridgend take?

The fastest bus from Manchester to Bridgend is offered by National Express and takes 6h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $43. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Bridgend?

The earliest bus arriving in Bridgend from Manchester starts at 3:00 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Manchester to Bridgend?

The latest bus trip departing from Manchester for Bridgend starts at 11:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Manchester Bridgend route?

When traveling by bus from Manchester to Bridgend, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Bridgend?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Bridgend by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Manchester to Bridgend bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Manchester Bridgend bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Manchester Bridgend bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Manchester to Bridgend on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Manchester to Bridgend

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Manchester and to Bridgend

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Manchester and to Bridgend. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!