🚌 Bus from Manchester City Centre to Coventry
2 direct routes · about 185 min · first bus 04:50, last bus 23:10 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK980 | FlixBus | ~185 min | 6 | 04:50 | 23:10 | Shudehill Interchange (Stand G) |
| 422 | National Express | ~260 min | 1 | 23:40 | 23:40 | Manchester Central Coach Station |
Times are for the first boarding point in Manchester City Centre on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Manchester City Centre to Coventry?
2 routes run directly from Manchester City Centre to Coventry: the UK980 (FlixBus), the 422 (National Express).
How long does the bus take from Manchester City Centre to Coventry?
Around 185 minutes on the UK980, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Manchester City Centre to Coventry?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the UK980) leaves around 04:50 and the last around 23:10. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Manchester City Centre to Coventry?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.