The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 33 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Manchester Airport will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bristol for Manchester Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 213 km distance in an average of 6 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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 and coach for Bristol to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 213 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bristol to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Manchester Airport coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:50 Bristol | 7h10 | 15:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:55 Bristol | 7h05 | 15:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:15 Bristol | 5h10 | 19:25 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Manchester Airport by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Manchester Airport
Buses from Bristol to Manchester Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:50, the last at 18:20. The fastest coach covers the 213 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 07:50 |
Last bus 18:20 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Bristol to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Manchester Airport with Megabus, National Express for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bristol to Manchester Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Manchester Airport by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bristol to Manchester Airport (MAN), follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Manchester Airport
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the terminal (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A1, A2
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