The average bus between Heriot-Watt University and Manchester takes 6h 42m and the fastest bus takes 5h 47m. The bus service runs several times per day from Heriot-Watt University to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Heriot-Watt University and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heriot-Watt University is at 8:53 PM which arrives into Manchester at 2:40 AM. All services require a transfer at The Avenue and take an average of 6h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Heriot-Watt University to Manchester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Heriot-Watt University to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Heriot-Watt University station and arriving at Manchester station via Buchanan Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.
Heriot-Watt University to Manchester bus services, operated by Lothian, depart from Haymarket Station.
Heriot-Watt University to Manchester bus services, operated by Lothian, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.
The distance between Heriot-Watt University and Manchester is 279 km. The road distance is 424 km.
You can take a vehicle from Heriot-Watt University to Shudehill Interchange via The Avenue, Haymarket Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 19m.