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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h
Buses on 18 Sept
17
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 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 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 17 buses from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 243 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 5 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.
6:204h50Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)11:10Manchester Airport£251One-way0 changes- 13:455h00Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)18:45Manchester Airport£251One-way0 changes
- 15:505h05Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)20:55Manchester Airport£251One-way0 changes
7:355h05Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)12:40Manchester Airport The Station£531One-way1 change- 10:455h30Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)16:15Manchester Airport The Station£531One-way1 change
- 6:204h50Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)11:10Manchester Airport£251One-way0 changes
- 7:405h00Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)12:40Manchester Airport The Station£711One-way2 changes
- 13:455h00Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)18:45Manchester Airport£251One-way0 changes
- 7:355h05Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)12:40Manchester Airport The Station£531One-way1 change
- 15:505h05Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)20:55Manchester Airport£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £238.
Distance: 243 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price | £238 Average Price | £48 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport:
A coach is £84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport costing on average £111.
A coach is £211 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport costing on average £238.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 26m.
Coach takes on average 4h 52m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £22. The journey takes 4h 52m versus 3h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23:40 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 6h05 | 5:45 Manchester Airport The Station | 1 change | |
| 23:45 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 6h00 | 5:45 Manchester Airport The Station | 2 changes | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport
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Buses from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 14:50, the last at 15:35. The fastest coach covers the 243 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 243 km |
Average bus duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 14:50 |
Last bus 15:35 |
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Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to Manchester Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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