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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
25 m
Average duration
25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester Airport for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 12 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 25 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 25 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.
FlixBus10:55 PM0h25Manchester, Airport11:20 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange$71One-way0 transfers- FlixBus1:15 PM0h25Manchester, Airport1:40 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange$71One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus10:55 PM0h25Manchester, Airport11:20 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange$71One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:15 PM0h25Manchester, Airport1:40 PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $3.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m 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 Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO):
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) costing on average $9 (€7).
Other travel options to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (25m by bus vs 28m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by Bee Network.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:35 PM Manchester Airport | 0h20 | 11:55 PM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h25 | 1:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 0h25 | 11:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Bee Network to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Bee Network to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO).
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
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Buses from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) but you can travel from only $3 (€3) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 20m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average bus duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 20m |
First bus 9:30 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Bee Network from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)You can travel by bus between Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) with National Express, FlixBus, Bee Network for as low as $3 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) 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 Oxford Road (MCO), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- 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.
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