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Manchester to Cumbria buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Manchester and Cumbria takes 5h 12m and the fastest bus takes 2h 46m. The bus runs, on average, 6 times per week from Manchester to Cumbria. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 12m
Duration
106 mi
Distance
£21
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Manchester to Cumbria bus times

Buses run 6 times a week between Manchester and Cumbria. The earliest departure is at 3:40 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Manchester is at 3:55 PM which arrives into Cumbria at 9:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    National ExpressStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire2h 46m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    National ExpressStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire2h 46m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    National ExpressStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire2h 46m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    National ExpressStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire2h 46m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    National ExpressStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire17h 26m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    National ExpressStagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire2h 46m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Cumbria? 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.

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  • Distance: 106.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Pooley Bridge Inn via Rail Station in around 3h 40m.

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