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There are 11 intercity buses per day from Middlesbrough to Manchester. Traveling by bus from Middlesbrough to Manchester usually takes around 3 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 86 mi (138 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $2.12 |
| Trips per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Average score for buses from Middlesbrough to Manchester
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: The driving,very superb. Cons: Free wifi. Tips: The should join the amazing trip.
5.0
Pros: Comfortable and on time. Cons: The pull down trays recline too much so it’s not safe to put a drink on there. They could be a little bigger too. Tips: A 2 1/2 journey went very quickly.
Bus tickets for a trip from Middlesbrough to Manchester cost $13.41 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There are 3 bus lines from Middlesbrough to Manchester available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 8 daily trips, National Express usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 2h 45m | $8.94 |
| Megabus | 5 | 3h 5m | $18.76 |
| National Express | 8 | 3h 33m | $22.07 |
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 Middlesbrough to Manchester, and usually makes the trip in about 2 hours and 45 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
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.
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 86 miles from Middlesbrough to Manchester. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Manchester at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Middlesbrough to Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 11 scheduled buses that travel from Middlesbrough to Manchester every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 7 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester; ticket prices start at $38.28.
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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.
Most buses depart from the main station in Middlesbrough.
Middlesbrough Bus Station
Buses arrive in Manchester at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Shudehill Interchange (Stand G)
Manchester Coach Station
Miles Platting
New Moston
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