Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£15
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 18 m
Buses on 18 Sept
12
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from York station (YRK) 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 York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 12 buses from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 102 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 43 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
YC843 · NX170
YC843 · NX170
YC843 · NX170
FlixBus
FlixBus
YC843 · NX170
YC843 · NX170
YC840 · NX170Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 102 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m 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 York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport:
A coach is £21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 57m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £6. The journey takes 2h 57m versus 1h 41m 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
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 York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
YC843 · NX170 | 6:24 York, Station Rd | 3h36 | 10:00 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 6:50 York, Train Station | 2h55 | 9:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
YC840 · NX170 | 7:51 York, Station Rd | 4h04 | 11:55 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX170 | 10:21 York, Station Rd | 3h29 | 13:50 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX170 | 12:11 York, Station Rd | 3h39 | 15:50 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
YC840 · NX170 | 13:51 York, Station Rd | 3h59 | 17:50 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
YC840 · NX170 | 15:52 York, Station Rd | 3h43 | 19:35 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:40 York, Train Station | 2h45 | 19:25 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
YC840 · NX170 | 17:56 York, Station Rd | 3h34 | 21:30 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX172 | 18:24 York, Station Rd | 3h36 | 22:00 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX170 | 19:20 York, Station Rd | 3h50 | 23:10 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX170 | 21:12 York, Station Rd | 3h48 | 1:00 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
YC843 · NX172 | 22:12 York, Station Rd | 6h08 | 4:20 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
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Buses from York station (YRK) to Manchester Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:10, the last at 21:12. The fastest coach covers the 102 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 102 km |
Average bus duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 5:10 |
Last bus 21:12 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York station (YRK) 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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