The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
Of the 1 buses that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 244 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 244 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £84 Average Price | £148 Average Price |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coaches for today, Tuesday 3 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h40 | 17:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 7h55 | 19:40 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h50 | 04:35 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 04:10, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 244 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 244 km |
Average bus duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 04:10 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD)You can travel by bus between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD) with National Express for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Stansted Airport (SSD) 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 Stansted Airport (SSD), 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.
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- 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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