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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester. Traveling by bus from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester usually takes around 10 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 182 mi (294 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 44m |
| Cheapest price | $31.94 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 7 | 10h 55m | $37.36 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 294 kilometers from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 44 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00am. To see the times for all buses from Southend-on-Sea to Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Southend-on-Sea?
Main departure station: 1058 London Rd
Buses to Manchester leave from 3 stations in Southend-on-Sea.
All bus stations in Southend-on-Sea:
1058 London Rd
21 Sutherland Blvd
Travel Centre
Where does the bus arrive in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Queens Road (Stop B)
Buses arrive in Manchester at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Manchester:
Queens Road (Stop B)
Broadway Bus Stop
Leisure Centre - Broadway
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