Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 18 m
Buses on 05 Sept
11
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) you need to make at least one change.
NX131 · NX170
NX131 · NX170
NX240 · NX170
NX467 · NX170
NX131 · NX170
NX240 · NX170
NX131 · NX170
NX131 · NX170
NX131 · NX170
NX467 · NX170Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 54 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA):
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport (MIA) take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 25m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.80. The journey takes 2h 25m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX131 · NX170 | 20:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h20 | 23:55 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX131 · NX172 | 22:25 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 5h55 | 4:20 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
NX467 · NX170 | 4:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h20 | 8:15 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX131 · NX170 | 8:20 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h20 | 11:40 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX131 · NX170 | 11:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h35 | 15:05 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX131 · NX170 | 13:00 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h15 | 17:15 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX240 · NX170 | 15:05 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h20 | 18:25 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX131 · NX170 | 16:40 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h00 | 20:40 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX131 · NX170 | 17:30 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h20 | 21:50 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX131 · NX170 | 19:35 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 3h15 | 22:50 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
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Buses from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 21:25. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 54 km |
Average bus duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 3:15 |
Last bus 21:25 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield station (SHF) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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