Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

Showing times and prices for May 26

Cheapest price

€6

Average price

€7

Fastest journey

20 m

Average duration

23 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

13 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Manchester Airport on Tue, May 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 13 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .

On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Transpennine Express
    12:25 PM0h25
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    12:50 PMManchester Airport
    €61One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    1:50 PM0h25
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    2:15 PMManchester Airport
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • National Express
    9:50 PM0h20
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    10:10 PMManchester Airport
    €71One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €3.

Distance: 13 km

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Train

€6

Average price

€5

Average price

Cheapest

1h 2m

Average total duration

32m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

48m

Average total duration

Fastest

18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National Express1:50 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h25
2:15 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
National Express2:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h25
2:30 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express4:55 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h25
5:20 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

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Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 but you can travel from only €3 by train.

There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:09, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 13 km distance in 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €3
Distance
13 km
Average bus duration
32m
Cheapest ticket price
€3
Buses per day
10
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
20m
First bus
7:09 AM
Last bus
10:35 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €3

Bus providers: National Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport with National Express for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20m
Cheapest Price
€7
National Express frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport is €6; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport is 20m to travel the 13 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport leaves at 7:09 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport leaves at 10:35 PM.
Yes, there are 9 direct coaches a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Manchester Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Manchester Airport from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing with a journey time of 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

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