Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)

Showing times and prices for 28 Nov

Cheapest price

£8

Average price

£10

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

1 h 3 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

25 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester Airport for Bolton station (BON) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.

National ExpressNX424
05:450h50
Manchester, Airport
06:35Bolton, Interchange
£81One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX540
18:051h15
Manchester, Airport
19:20Bolton, Interchange
£121One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £8.

Distance: 25 km

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Train

£8

Average Price

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 30m

Average total duration

1h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 08:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX54017:35 Manchester, Airport
1h15
18:50 Bolton, Interchange0 changesdirect
Friday 28 November
national_expressNX42405:45 Manchester, Airport
0h50
06:35 Bolton, Interchange0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)

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Buses from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by train.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 05:45. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Distance
25 km
Average bus duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
50m
First bus
04:45
Last bus
05:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4

Bus providers: National Express from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)You can travel by bus between Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) with National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£8
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) 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 Bolton station (BON), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) is on average 50 min   for the 16 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) leaves at 03: 50. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) leaves at 05: 45.
There is 1 coach a day from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON), you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bolton station (BON). You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Bolton station (BON) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Bolton station (BON) from Manchester Airport (MAN) is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) by coach is January.
You have options as you can travel between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Bolton station (BON) 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).
    No, luggage for the coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).

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