🚌 Bus from Middlesbrough to Manchester City Centre
2 direct routes · about 190 min · first bus 06:15, last bus 18:50 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 172 | National Express | ~190 min | 5 | 06:15 | 18:50 | Bus Station Express Lounge (30) |
| UK073 | FlixBus | ~165 min | 3 | 08:35 | 17:15 | Bus Station Stand 11 (11) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough to Manchester City Centre?
2 routes run directly from Middlesbrough to Manchester City Centre: the 172 (National Express), the UK073 (FlixBus).
How long does the bus take from Middlesbrough to Manchester City Centre?
Around 190 minutes on the 172, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Middlesbrough to Manchester City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 172) leaves around 06:15 and the last around 18:50. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Middlesbrough to Manchester City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.