The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nottingham to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Manchester Airport will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Nottingham to Manchester Airport you need to make at least one change.
NX195 · NX171
NX150 · NX120
NX183 · NX181
NX150 · NX120
NX183 · NX171
NX152 · NX121
NX132 · NX170
NX183 · NX171
NX150 · NX120
NX132 · NX120Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Manchester 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 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 88 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nottingham to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Manchester Airport coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX150 · NX120 | On time 08:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h00 | 13:55 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX183 · NX171 | On time 09:55 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h35 | 14:30 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX132 · NX170 | On time 11:20 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h25 | 15:45 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX152 · NX121 | Delayed 16:25 12:45Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h25 | 17:10 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX150 · NX120 | On time 15:00 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h55 | 19:55 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX132 · NX120 | On time 17:50 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 4h50 | 22:40 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX133 · NX170 | On time 18:40 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h15 | 23:55 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX183 · NX181 | 19:25 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h20 | 00:45 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX240 · NX172 | On time 20:45 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 7h15 | 04:00 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
NX465 · NX171 | 03:35 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h25 | 09:00 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX195 · NX171 | 03:35 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h25 | 09:00 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX180 · NX121 | 04:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h05 | 09:35 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX240 · NX170 | On time 13:30 Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 5h00 | 18:30 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nottingham to Manchester Airport
Buses from Nottingham to Manchester Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 18:15. The fastest coach covers the 88 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 88 km |
Average bus duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 18:15 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Nottingham to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Nottingham to Manchester 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: Nottingham to Manchester Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Manchester Airport
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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