The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester 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 to Birmingham International Airport will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 4 buses that leave Manchester for Birmingham International Airport every day 4 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 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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 and train for Manchester to Birmingham International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 119 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Birmingham International Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Birmingham International Airport coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX120 · NX777 | Delayed 20:15 08:30Manchester, Coach Station | 3h25 | 11:55 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 1 change | |
NX121 · NX777 | On time 11:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h00 | 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 | |
NX424 | 23:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 3h50 | 03:45 Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
![]() | 01:45 Manchester | 3h25 | 05:10 Birmingham International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport
Buses from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 119 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 119 km |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Manchester to Birmingham International AirportYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Birmingham International Airport with National Express, Megabus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Birmingham International Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX), follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Birmingham International Airport
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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