The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sheffield to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Manchester Airport will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Sheffield to Manchester Airport you need to make at least one change.
NX131 · NX171
NX131 · NX170
NX131 · NX170
NX240 · NX170
NX131 · NX172
NX240 · NX170
NX131 · NX170
NX131 · NX172
NX195 · NX171
NX131 · NX171Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 54 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sheffield to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Manchester Airport coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:40 Sheffield | 4h35 | 20:15 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:10 Sheffield | 3h50 | 21:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:20 Sheffield | 3h35 | 22:55 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 23 November | |||||
NX195 · NX171 | On time 04:55 Sheffield, Pond Street / Harmer Lane (Sheffield Interchange) | 4h05 | 09:00 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sheffield to Manchester Airport
Buses from Sheffield to Manchester Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:40, the last at 22:25. The fastest coach covers the 54 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 54 km |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 03:40 |
Last bus 22:25 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Sheffield to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between Sheffield to Manchester 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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Megabus
FAQs: Sheffield to Manchester Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Manchester Airport
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Costa Coffee (in the station)
- Upper Crust (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 7, 8, 24, 25 Train: Sheffield Station
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