The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 13 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 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.
NX540
NX540Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 13 km
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£7 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
58m Average total duration 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX540 | 23:35 Manchester, Airport | 0h20 | 23:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Buses from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £1 by train.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:26, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 13 km distance in 20m.
Distance 13 km |
Average bus duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 20m |
First bus 00:26 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)You can travel by bus between Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) with National Express for as low as £1. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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