The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 6 buses that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Birmingham International Airport 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 119 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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.
NX120 · NX777
NX121 · NX777
NX424
NX121 · NX777
NX421 · NX777
NX120 · NX777
NX421 · NX777
NX181 · NX777
NX424
NX121 · NX777Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 119 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport coaches for today, Thursday 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX424 | On time 23:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h50 | 03:45 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 20 February | |||||
NX421 · NX777 | Delayed 02:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h25 | 09:55 09:55Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
NX181 · NX777 | Delayed 04:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h45 | 09:55 09:55Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
NX120 · NX777 | On time 08:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h25 | 11:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
NX121 · NX777 | On time 11:20 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 15:30 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
NX121 · NX777 | On time 14:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h55 | 18:25 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport
Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 119 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 119 km |
Average bus duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 07:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International AirportYou can travel by bus between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport with National Express, Megabus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Birmingham International 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 Birmingham International 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.
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