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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 9 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 5 buses that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Manchester on Tue, Nov 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct buses cover the 241 km distance in an average of 8 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest buses will take 12 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €46.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€39 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price | €160 Average price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester buses for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:15 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 7h25 | 9:40 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:50 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 6h05 | 10:55 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:50 PM Stansted Mountfitchet | 12h30 | 11:20 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester
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Buses from Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 241 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 241 km |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from Stansted Mountfitchet to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester with National Express for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Stansted Mountfitchet to Manchester
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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