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Aberdeen to Manchester Bus Schedule
Bus from Aberdeen to Manchester: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Aberdeen to Manchester. Traveling by bus from Aberdeen to Manchester usually takes around 9 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 254 mi (408 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $24.90 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Aberdeen to Manchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Aberdeen to Manchester. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 9h 13m | $46.51 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Aberdeen to Manchester, and usually makes the trip in about 9 hours and 13 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Aberdeen to Manchester
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 254 miles from Aberdeen to Manchester. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 40 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Manchester. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Aberdeen to Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Aberdeen to Manchester. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Aberdeen to Manchester; ticket prices start at $55.52.
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 Aberdeen?
Main departure station: Guild St
Most buses depart from the main station in Aberdeen.
All bus stations in Aberdeen:
Guild St
Where does the bus arrive in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
All buses from Aberdeen arrive at one main station in Manchester.
All bus stations in Manchester:
Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
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