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The cheapest and fastest buses from London Stansted Airport to Manchester
Showing times and prices for Nov 26
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
244 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London Stansted Airport to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Manchester will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from London Stansted Airport to Manchester without transferring at least once.
NXA6 · NX54002:40PM6h40
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station09:20PMManchester, Coach Station
$471One-way
1 transfer
NXA6 · NX54006:05AM6h15
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station12:20PMManchester, Coach Station
$471One-way
1 transfer
NXA6 · NX54012:40PM6h20
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station07:00PMManchester, Coach Station
$471One-way
1 transfer
NXA6 · NX54005:50PM6h05
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station11:55PMManchester, Coach Station
$471One-way
1 transfer
NXA8 · NX54011:50PM12h30
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station12:20PMManchester, Coach Station
$501One-way
1 transfer
NXA6 · NX54005:50PM6h05
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station11:55PMManchester, Coach Station
$471One-way
1 transfer
NXA6 · NX54006:05AM6h15
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station12:20PMManchester, Coach Station
$471One-way
1 transfer
NX737 · NX54007:30PM6h15
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station01:45AMManchester, Coach Station
$721One-way
1 transfer
NXA6 · NX54012:40PM6h20
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station07:00PMManchester, Coach Station
$471One-way
1 transfer
NX737 · NX54007:00AM6h20
Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station01:20PMManchester, Coach Station
$721One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Stansted Airport to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
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€41 Average price Cheapest | €95 Average price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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London Stansted Airport to Manchester Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Manchester buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 3:37 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NXA6 · NX540 | 6:05 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h15 | 12:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 · NX540 | On time 7:00 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h20 | 1:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA6 · NX590 | 7:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 7h40 | 3:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 · NX540 | On time 9:15 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h35 | 3:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 · NX540 | On time 11:30 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h35 | 6:05 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA6 · NX540 | 12:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h20 | 7:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA6 · NX540 | 2:40 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h40 | 9:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX540 | On time 3:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 7h25 | 10:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA6 · NX540 | 5:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h05 | 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX737 · NX540 | On time 7:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h15 | 1:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX421 | On time 11:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 8h05 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX540 | On time 11:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 12h30 | 12:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 26 | |||||
| NX777 · NX421 | 1:05 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 6h30 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX540 | On time 3:15 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 7h25 | 10:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX421 | On time 11:30 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 8h05 | 7:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA8 · NX540 | On time 11:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 12h30 | 12:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Manchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London Stansted Airport to Manchester run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 05:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from London Stansted Airport to Manchester start from as low as $33 (€26) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $51 (€41) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 16 daily trains from London Stansted Airport to Manchester with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 6h 5m but the average duration is 6h 15m
Train Operators
- Travel from London Stansted Airport to Manchester with National Express
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is National Express.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 05:05 AM and the last at 11:50 PM
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express from London Stansted Airport to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between London Stansted Airport to Manchester with National Express for as low as $33 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 5m
Cheapest Price
$33 (€27)
National Express frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Bus from London Stansted Airport to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester can start from as little as $34 (€28) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester is $54 (€44); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester bus travel time is 6 h for the 151 mile (244 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester leaves at 5: 10AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester leaves at 11: 40PM.
There are 14 buses a day from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
For the best London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express. However, it's always good to check all possible bus companies with services between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Manchester to compare what amenities they may offer.
The cheapest month to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester by bus is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester including taking a train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Manchester are:
- Manchester Art Gallery, a public art museum housing an extensive collection of fine art and decorative pieces
- Science and Industry Museum, an interactive museum exploring Manchester's industrial heritage and scientific achievements
- Manchester Cathedral, a historic Gothic-style cathedral known for its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere
- The John Rylands Library, a neo-Gothic library with an impressive collection of rare books and manuscripts
- Castlefield, a historic area with Roman ruins and picturesque canals, perfect for a leisurely stroll.
The best things to do in Manchester include:
- Old Trafford, the iconic football stadium and home to Manchester United, offering tours and a museum dedicated to the club's history
- The Northern Quarter, a vibrant district known for its independent shops, cafes, and street art
- Visit the Manchester Opera House for a captivating performance
- Explore the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks, a popular area with bars and clubs
- Enjoy a relaxing day at Heaton Park, one of the largest municipal parks in Europe, offering beautiful landscapes and recreational activities.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester depends on the bus company:
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester, follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester with the following bus company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London Stansted Airport to Manchester
London
Manchester
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:30
Car connection
ShudehillWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, Coach Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Chorlton StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Coach Station
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
Manchester, Airport
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 00:00-23:59
Distance to city center
2 kmCar connection
Terminal Road NorthWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Airport
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
Manchester, Miles Platting
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