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Hartford to Manchester Bus Schedule
Bus from Hartford to Manchester: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Hartford to Manchester. Traveling by bus from Hartford to Manchester usually takes around 6 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 106 mi (170 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 5m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 334.03 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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How much is a bus ticket from Hartford to Manchester?
Bus tickets for a trip from Hartford to Manchester cost NOK 363.11 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Hartford to Manchester, mark your calendar for June. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just NOK 368. However, taking the bus from Hartford to Manchester during December is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of NOK 620. The best way to find deals on a trip in December is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 16 days in advance. This way, you can save up to NOK 227.15 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Hartford to Manchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Hartford to Manchester. Greyhound 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 6h 11m | NOK 512.53 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Hartford to Manchester every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 11 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Manchester usually start from NOK 334.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Hartford to Manchester
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 106 miles from Hartford to Manchester. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 5 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Hartford to Manchester for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Hartford to Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Hartford to Manchester. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
City Information
Hartford
Hartford is the capital of Connecticut, and a New England destination with literary attractions, charming parks, and engaging activities for families.
The homes of Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe, both in Hartford, have been turned into museums to learn more about these authors and their lives. If you prefer Edward Cullen to Tom Sawyer, you may appreciate that a more contemporary literary giant, Stephenie Meyer, was born in Hartford too.
The Elizabeth Park Conservancy is a spread of formal gardens and grounds where you can walk, picnic, and catch outdoor concerts or tours. Kids will love the antique carousel in Bushnell Park, as well as the hands-on exhibits at the Connecticut Science Center. For those who prefer to wander through cute downtowns, West Hartford offers some of the best shopping in the area.
With a large nearby airport, and many intercity bus and train services providing access to hubs like Boston and New York, getting to Hartford is about as easy as a walk in Bushnell Park.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Hartford?
Image credit: Philip Stanulis
Link to image attributionMain departure station: Union Station - 1 Union Pl
Union Station is a historic bus and train station located in the downtown area of Hartford, CT. Built in 1889, the station serves as the main stop in Hartford for all four Amtrak train lines that pass through the city, including the Northeast Regional, the Vermonter and the Valley Flyer, as well as the Hartford Line commuter train. Union Station is also used by bus carriers Greyhound and Peter Pan Bus Lines as their main bus stop in Downtown Hartford. The station is easily accessible from all parts of the city and its surrounding areas through a variety of local and express transit bus lines. At Hartford’s Union Station, you will find some fast food options and vending machines, as well as restrooms and a waiting area.
All bus stations in Hartford:
Union Station - 1 Union Pl
Where does the bus arrive in Manchester?
Main arrival station: 700 Elm St
All buses from Hartford arrive at one main station in Manchester.
All bus stations in Manchester:
700 Elm St
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