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Trip Overview

The average bus between Stratford and Manchester takes 7h and the fastest bus takes 6h 59m. There is at least one bus per day from Stratford 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.

7h
Duration
202 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Stratford to Manchester bus times

Buses run once daily between Stratford and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 4:39 AM at night, and the last departure from Stratford is at 4:40 AM which arrives into Manchester at 11:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Gloucester Place and take an average of 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Stagecoach LondonMetroline TravelFlixBus6h 59m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Stagecoach LondonMetroline TravelFlixBus6h 59m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Stagecoach LondonMetroline TravelFlixBus6h 59m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Stagecoach LondonMetroline TravelFlixBus7h • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Stagecoach LondonLondon BusesFlixBus7h • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Stagecoach LondonLondon BusesFlixBus7h • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Stagecoach LondonMetroline TravelFlixBus6h 59m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Stratford 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.

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  • Distance: 202.4 mi
  • Duration: 7h

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

FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange every 3 hours. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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