UK bus fares are charged by distance, from where I live near Altrincham, to get Manchester by bus (around 5-6 miles) would cost about £4 = U$6.

We tend not to have return fares so it would be another £4 if you didn't want to walk home.

The Metrolink tram is about the same although return fares are available.

I use my bicycle but if the weather's really bad or I need to carry a load of kit I'll take a chance on the tram.

John