Bus Taunton to Manchester: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Taunton to Manchester

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

today

$22

tomorrow

Thursday

Friday

$27

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	8h 5m	5:55 PM	Taunton	BP Garage	2:00 AM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange		Economy	$22	A Bus from FlixBus goes from BP Garage, Taunton (United Kingdom) at 9/8/2026 5:55:00 PM to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/9/2026 2:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 35m	9:40 AM	Taunton	BP Garage	3:15 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from BP Garage, Taunton (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 9:40:00 AM to Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 3:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m
FlixBus	7h 35m	1:10 PM	Taunton	BP Garage	8:45 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from BP Garage, Taunton (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 1:10:00 PM to Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
FlixBus	6h 0m	9:40 AM	Taunton	BP Garage	3:40 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	Economy	$27	A Bus from FlixBus goes from BP Garage, Taunton (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 9:40:00 AM to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
National Express	8h 40m	11:00 AM	Taunton	Bus Station	7:40 PM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$36	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Taunton (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 11:00:00 AM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 40m
National Express	6h 30m	5:55 PM	Taunton	Bus Station	12:25 AM	Manchester	Coach Station	Economy	$37	A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Taunton (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 5:55:00 PM to Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/12/2026 12:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Taunton to Manchester via Bristol, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  7h 55m
  
  0
  
  4:10 AM
  
  Taunton
  Bus Station
  
  5:40 AM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Taunton (United Kingdom) at 9/13/2026 4:10:00 AM to Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/13/2026 5:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  3h 30m
  
  0
  
  8:35 AM
  
  Bristol
  Coach Station
  
  12:05 PM
  
  Manchester
  Moss Lane East Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $14
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Bristol (United Kingdom) at 9/13/2026 8:35:00 AM to Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/13/2026 12:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
Travel time is 2h 20m longer, but you will save $7

Frequency of bus connections between Taunton and Manchester

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

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Taunton to Manchester. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Taunton and Manchester.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 6 buses from Taunton to Manchester, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Taunton and Manchester, with 5 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/30/2026 costs just $20, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Taunton to Manchester

Compare all providers like FlixBus and National Express that travel 5 times every day by bus from Taunton to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Taunton to Manchester starting from $20!

Cheapest Bus	$20
Fastest Bus	5h 35m
Earliest Bus	5:55 PM
Latest Bus	5:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	174.3 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Taunton to Manchester

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave Taunton for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

$22

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

Friday 09/11

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$41

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

$27

Sunday 09/27

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

$20

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

$20

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Taunton to Manchester

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

With a price starting from $20, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Taunton to Manchester. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $21.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Taunton to Manchester, with $22. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $27.

How to save money travelling from Taunton to Manchester

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 Taunton to Manchester 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 Taunton to Manchester, 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 Taunton to Manchester are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Taunton and Manchester

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

Blackbrook Park Avenue

Bus Station

Tower Street 2

Heron Gate Riverside

Castle Green

Crematorium Bus Stop

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Taunton to Manchester

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

FAQs about the Taunton to Manchester bus

How much does a Taunton Manchester bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $20 and takes 8h 5m to reach Manchester. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $20 and $51. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Manchester.

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

Every day, the Taunton to Manchester bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Taunton to Manchester is offered by FlixBus and takes 5h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $27. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Taunton to Manchester?

The earliest bus arriving in Manchester from Taunton starts at 5:55 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 Taunton to Manchester?

The latest bus trip departing from Taunton for Manchester starts at 5:55 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 Taunton Manchester route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Taunton and Manchester?

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

What can I take with me on the Taunton to Manchester 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 Taunton Manchester 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 Taunton Manchester 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 Taunton to Manchester on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Taunton and to Manchester

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