The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chester to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chester 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 Chester to Manchester Airport will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Chester to Manchester Airport you need to make at least one change.
23:304h15Chester3:45Manchester Airport The Station£241One-way1 change
5:252h05Chester7:30Manchester Airport The Station£251One-way1 change
13:102h35Chester15:45Manchester Airport The Station£251One-way1 change
18:353h45Chester22:20Manchester Airport The Station£251One-way1 change
5:252h05Chester7:30Manchester Airport The Station£251One-way1 change
13:102h35Chester15:45Manchester Airport The Station£251One-way1 change
18:353h45Chester22:20Manchester Airport The Station£251One-way1 change
23:304h15Chester3:45Manchester Airport The Station£241One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chester to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 45 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chester to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Manchester Airport coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:25 Chester | 2h05 | 7:30 Manchester Airport The Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:10 Chester | 2h35 | 15:45 Manchester Airport The Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:35 Chester | 3h45 | 22:20 Manchester Airport The Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chester to Manchester Airport
Buses from Chester to Manchester Airport run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 08:52, the last at 20:36. The fastest coach covers the 45 km distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 45 km |
Average bus duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 34m |
First bus 8:52 |
Last bus 20:36 |
FAQs: Chester to Manchester Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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.

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