How to get from Manchester to York
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We compared the ways to travel from Manchester to York. The most useful door-to-door route takes 10h 20m by bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 103 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
103 km
Manchester to York: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Manchester → Lutonbus
FlixBus·3h - 2Luton → London Borough of CamdenbusFlixBus·50m
- 3London Borough of Camden → YorkbusFlixBus·5h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
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Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Manchester to York works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Manchester to Luton, about 3h. Transfer in Luton and continue by FlixBus bus on to London Borough of Camden (50 min). Transfer in London Borough of Camden and continue by FlixBus bus on to York (5h 50m). In total it's roughly €62 over 10h 20m, 2 transfers.
Manchester to York: common questions
How long does it take to get from Manchester to York?
The most useful route takes about 10h 20m by bus, 2 transfers.
How far is York from Manchester?
About 103 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Manchester to York cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €62. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Manchester to York?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to York?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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