The cheapest and fastest buses from Leicester to Manchester Airport
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €12
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €23
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 3 h 45 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 3 h 52 m
- Buses on Nov 03
- 13
- Distance
- 111 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leicester to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Manchester Airport will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
It's difficult to get from Leicester to Manchester Airport without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus4:35 PM 3h50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station 8:25 PM Manchester, Airport €12 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:05 PM 3h55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) 4:00 PM Manchester, Airport €12 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:30 PM 3h55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) 8:25 PM Manchester, Airport €12 1 One-way 1 transfer
NX150 · NX5414:00 PM 5h05 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station 9:05 PM Manchester, Airport €22 1 One-way 1 transfer
NX151 · NX12112:45 PM 3h55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station 4:40 PM Manchester, Airport €25 1 One-way 1 transfer
NX777 · NX4213:30 AM 3h45 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station 7:15 AM Manchester, Airport €28 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:35 PM 3h50 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station 8:25 PM Manchester, Airport €12 1 One-way 1 transfer
NX151 · NX12112:45 PM 3h55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station 4:40 PM Manchester, Airport €25 1 One-way 1 transfer
NX180 · NX1215:25 AM 3h55 Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station 9:20 AM Manchester, Airport €28 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:05 PM 3h55 Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) 4:00 PM Manchester, Airport €12 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Manchester Airport
Buses from Leicester to Manchester Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 11:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 11:05 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Frequently asked questions about your Leicester to Manchester Airport trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Leicester to Manchester Airport.
Leicester to Manchester Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €27 |
Live departures
Leicester to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Manchester Airport buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX183 · NX170 | 8:55 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h55 | 3:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h55 | 4:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX151 · NX121 | 12:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h55 | 4:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX777 · NX541 | 1:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h00 | 6:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX150 · NX541 | 4:00 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 5h05 | 9:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Leicester, Fosse Park Avenue (Asda) | 3h55 | 8:25 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h50 | 8:25 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX777 · NX120 | 6:05 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h20 | 10:25 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX183 · NX181 | 8:15 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 4h30 | 12:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX777 · NX424 | 11:45 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 6h00 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX180 · NX170 | 11:55 PM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 8h10 | 8:05 AM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
NX777 · NX421 | 3:30 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h45 | 7:15 AM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
NX180 · NX121 | 5:25 AM Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station | 3h55 | 9:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Leicester and Manchester Airport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Bus from Leicester to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Manchester Airport by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Leicester to Manchester Airport
Most Leicester to Manchester Airport buses use the Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Manchester Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre
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