Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

Showing times and prices for 21 Nov

Cheapest price

£7

Average price

£7

Fastest journey

20 m

Average duration

22 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

13 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Manchester Airport every day 3 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 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 25 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 Express
21:200h25
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
21:45Manchester Airport
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
00:000h20
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
00:20Manchester Airport
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
22:350h20
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
22:55Manchester Airport
£81One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £2.

Distance: 13 km

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Train

£7

Average Price

£4

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Cheapest

56m

Average total duration

26m

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30m

Additional time*

48m

Average total duration

Fastest

18m

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30m

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Northern Rail (3)

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Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:25
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national_express21:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h25
21:45 Manchester Airport0 changesdirect
Friday 21 November
national_express00:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
00:20 Manchester Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport

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Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £2 but you can travel from only £2 by train.

There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 13 km distance in 20m.

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 £2
Distance
13 km
Average bus duration
26m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Buses per day
11
Direct buses
11
Fastest bus
20m
First bus
00:00
Last bus
22:20
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 £2

Bus providers: National Express, Transport for Wales, Bee Network from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport with National Express, Transport for Wales, Bee Network for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
£2
Transport for Wales frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

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
20m
Cheapest Price
£6
National Express frequency
11 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.

Bee Network

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Bee Network frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 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 between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport (MAN) is on average 20 min   for the 7 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport (MAN) by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 00: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 23: 55.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) with National Express or Bee Network. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express, Transport for Wales or Bee Network. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Manchester Airport (MAN) to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing with a journey time of 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN).
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Manchester Airport (MAN).

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

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