4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to London Stansted Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$50
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$63
Fastest journey on Sep 05
5 h 57 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
5 h 59 m
Buses on Sep 05
15
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to London Stansted Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to London Stansted Airport will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to London Stansted Airport without transferring at least once.
NX540 · NXA63:50 PM6h00Manchester, Coach Station9:50 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$501One-way1 transfer- NX540 · NXA85:10 PM7h10Manchester, Coach Station12:20 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$501One-way1 transfer
- NX540 · NXA612:15 PM6h05Manchester, Coach Station6:20 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$541One-way1 transfer
- NX540 · NXA66:00 PM8h25Manchester, Coach Station2:25 AMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$551One-way1 transfer
- NX540 · NXA68:50 AM6h00Manchester, Coach Station2:50 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$571One-way1 transfer
- NX540 · NX7372:35 PM5h57Manchester, Coach Station8:32 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$741One-way1 transfer
- NX540 · NXA68:50 AM6h00Manchester, Coach Station2:50 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$571One-way1 transfer
- NX540 · NXA67:20 AM6h00Manchester, Coach Station1:20 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$571One-way1 transfer
- NX540 · NXA69:50 AM6h00Manchester, Coach Station3:50 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$571One-way1 transfer
- NX540 · NXA63:50 PM6h00Manchester, Coach Station9:50 PMStansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station$501One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, while a train costs an average of $78.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m 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 to London Stansted Airport:
A bus is $39 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to London Stansted Airport costing on average $78 (€63).
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 44m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $86 (€70) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $47 (€38). The journey takes 5h 44m versus 3h 47m 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.
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.
Manchester to London Stansted Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 12:22PM | Duration 6h37 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 12:22PM | Duration 6h17 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:32PM | Duration 6h32 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 05:57PM | Duration 7h02 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:57PM | Duration 6h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 08:32PM | Duration 7h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 08:32PM | Duration 6h12 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:32PM | Duration 5h57 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Live departures
Manchester to London Stansted Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to London Stansted Airport buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX540 · NXA6 | 6:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 8h25 | 2:25 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NXA8 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h15 | 2:45 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX120 · NX777 | 9:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h05 | 4:35 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
| NX421 · NX777 | 2:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h05 | 9:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NXA6 | 5:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h10 | 11:20 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX541 · NX777 | 5:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h35 | 11:50 AM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h17 | 12:22 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NXA6 | 7:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h00 | 1:20 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NXA6 | 8:50 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h00 | 2:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NXA6 | 9:50 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h00 | 3:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 10:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 7h02 | 5:57 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NXA6 | 12:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h05 | 6:20 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 2:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h57 | 8:32 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NXA6 | 3:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h00 | 9:50 PM Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to London Stansted Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester to London Stansted Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 18:30. The fastest bus covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 1:45 AM |
Last bus 6:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester to London Stansted AirportYou can travel by bus between Manchester to London Stansted Airport with National Express for as low as $30 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester to London Stansted Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to London Stansted 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 London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to London Stansted Airport
Most Manchester to London Stansted Airport buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and London Stansted Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East. ATMs are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East: Accessible for wheelchairs.
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