4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h
Buses per day
4
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Manchester Airport will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cardiff 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 218 km distance in an average of 10 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 45 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.
8:4510h00Cardiff18:45Manchester Airport£131One-way0 changes- 16:4010h20Cardiff3:00Manchester Airport£211One-way0 changes
3:307h55Cardiff11:25Manchester Airport£231One-way0 changes- 23:2511h45Cardiff11:10Manchester Airport£251One-way0 changes
- 3:307h55Cardiff11:25Manchester Airport£231One-way0 changes
- 8:4510h00Cardiff18:45Manchester Airport£131One-way0 changes
- 16:4010h20Cardiff3:00Manchester Airport£211One-way0 changes
- 23:2511h45Cardiff11:10Manchester Airport£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 218 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price |
5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Manchester Airport coaches for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:45 Cardiff | 10h00 | 18:45 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:40 Cardiff | 10h20 | 3:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:25 Cardiff | 11h45 | 10:10 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 August | |||||
| 3:30 Cardiff | 7h55 | 11:25 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Manchester Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Cardiff to Manchester Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 22:25. The fastest coach covers the 218 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 22:25 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Cardiff to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Manchester Airport with National Express, Megabus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cardiff to Manchester Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- 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.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Manchester Airport
Most Cardiff to Manchester Airport buses use the Cardiff, Sophia Gardens to Manchester, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Manchester Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) bus station facilities and services
Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens). ATMs are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens): Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Cardiff, Sophia Gardens from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens bus station facilities and services
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. ATMs are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Basic accessibility features available.
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