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Compare train and bus for Manchester to Aintree
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Aintree among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 47 km
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€5 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price |
1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Aintree
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester to Aintree run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:41, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 47 km distance in 1h 25m.
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
Distance 47 km |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 00:41 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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
Bus providers: Megabus from Manchester to AintreeYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Aintree with Megabus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Megabus
About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€8
Megabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board
FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Aintree
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Aintree 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 Aintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Aintree can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Aintree is €5; 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 to Aintree is 1h 25m to travel the 47 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 to Aintree leaves at 12:41 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester to Aintree leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Manchester to Aintree with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Manchester to Aintree, you can count on Megabus for the best way to get you to Aintree. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester and Aintree and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Manchester , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport, Manchester, Coach Station . When arriving in Aintree , you can end your trip in coach stations like Liverpool, Liverpool One, Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre, Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place, Aintree, Racecourse, Liverpool, Kwik Fit Old Swan, Liverpool, Edge Lane Drive .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Liverpool, Liverpool One, located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Aintree from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester to Aintree is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Aintree including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester to Aintree:
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Aintree for coach company Megabus.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Manchester to Aintree.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester to Aintree depends on the coach companies:
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
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 to Aintree.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Aintree:
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Manchester to Aintree:
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester to Aintree.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Manchester to Aintree with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Aintree with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester to Aintree with the following coach company: Megabus.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Aintree
Manchester
Aintree
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:30
Car connection
ShudehillWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, Airport
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Terminal Road NorthWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Airport
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Manchester, Coach Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Chorlton StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Coach Station
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
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