Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$15

Average price

$17

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

2 h 49 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

119 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave Manchester for Birmingham International Airport (BHX) on Thu, Jun 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 119 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.

Megabus
04:20PM2h15
Manchester
06:35PMBirmingham International Airport (BHX)
$151One-way
0 transfers
Megabus
10:35PM1h35
Manchester
12:10AMBirmingham International Airport (BHX)
$171One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:30AM3h25
Manchester
11:55AMBirmingham International Airport (BHX)
$171One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:45PM3h20
Manchester
12:05AMBirmingham International Airport (BHX)
$171One-way
0 transfers
National Express
12:30PM3h30
Manchester
04:00PMBirmingham International Airport (BHX)
$191One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m.

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€16

Average price

Cheapest

€40

Average price

3h 39m

Average duration

3h 9m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 21m

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Fastest

1h 51m

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Overview: Bus from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

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Buses from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
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
73 miles (119 km)
Average bus duration
3h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$12 (€10)
Buses per day
11
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
1h 35m
First bus
01:40
Last bus
23:40
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, Megabus from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

National Express

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About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day.
Luggage & cancellation policy
luggage
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
luggage
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
cancellation
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
Wifi
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Food sold onboard
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Seat reservation
bathroomOnboard
Toilets
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USB plugs
accessibility
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
bikes
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Manchester to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

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Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
carConnection
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
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
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 00:00-23:59
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
Terminal Road North
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King (in the station)
  • Giraffe (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Airport
  • Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:00-23:30
carConnection
Car connection
Shudehill
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
  • Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street
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