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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from York to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$13
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$20
Fastest journey on Sep 01
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
3 h 16 m
Buses on Sep 01
13
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from York 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 York to Manchester Airport will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 13 buses from York to Manchester Airport, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct buses cover the 103 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest buses will take 3 h 36 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.
FlixBus6:50 AM2h55York, Train Station9:45 AMManchester, Airport$131One-way0 transfers- FlixBus4:40 PM2h45York, Train Station7:25 PMManchester, Airport$131One-way0 transfers
YC843 · NX1726:24 PM3h36York, Station Rd10:00 PMManchester, Airport$201One-way1 transfer- YC843 · NX17210:12 PM6h08York, Station Rd4:20 AMManchester, Airport$201One-way1 transfer
- YC840 · NX1703:52 PM3h43York, Station Rd7:35 PMManchester, Airport$211One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus4:40 PM2h45York, Train Station7:25 PMManchester, Airport$131One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:50 AM2h55York, Train Station9:45 AMManchester, Airport$131One-way0 transfers
- YC843 · NX17010:21 AM3h29York, Station Rd1:50 PMManchester, Airport$211One-way1 transfer
- YC840 · NX1705:56 PM3h34York, Station Rd9:30 PMManchester, Airport$211One-way1 transfer
- YC843 · NX1726:24 PM3h36York, Station Rd10:00 PMManchester, Airport$201One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for York to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $49.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m 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 York to Manchester Airport:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Manchester Airport costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 57m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€15) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10 (€8). The journey takes 2h 57m versus 1h 40m 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
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.
York to Manchester Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:08AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 3h17 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:24AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:08AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:13AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 3h22 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h04 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:01AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:13AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:11AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:11AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:21AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:11PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:31PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:11PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h04 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:31PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h44 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:51PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h59 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:21PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 4h04 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:51PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:21PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h14 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:51PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 3h44 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:52PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:21PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h19 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:51PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h49 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:56PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h34 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:21PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:24PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:18PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h32 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:12PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 3h43 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:12PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 3h48 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:12PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 6h08 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Live departures
York to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for York to Manchester Airport buses for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YC843 · NX170 | 4:21 PM York, Station Rd | 4h19 | 8:40 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:40 PM York, Train Station | 2h45 | 7:25 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| YC843 · NX170 | 6:21 PM York, Station Rd | 3h29 | 9:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| YC843 · NX170 | 7:18 PM York, Station Rd | 3h32 | 10:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| YC843 · NX170 | 8:12 PM York, Station Rd | 3h43 | 11:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| YC840 · NX170 | 9:12 PM York, Station Rd | 3h48 | 1:00 AM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
| YC843 · NX170 | 6:24 AM York, Station Rd | 3h36 | 10:00 AM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 AM York, Train Station | 2h55 | 9:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| YC840 · NX170 | 7:51 AM York, Station Rd | 4h04 | 11:55 AM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| YC843 · NX170 | 10:21 AM York, Station Rd | 3h29 | 1:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| YC843 · NX170 | 12:11 PM York, Station Rd | 3h39 | 3:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| YC840 · NX170 | 1:51 PM York, Station Rd | 3h59 | 5:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
| YC840 · NX170 | 3:52 PM York, Station Rd | 3h43 | 7:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from York to Manchester Airport
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Buses from York to Manchester Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:50, the last at 21:12. The fastest bus covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 14m |
First bus 5:50 AM |
Last bus 9:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from York to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between York to Manchester Airport with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from York to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- 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).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from York to Manchester Airport
Most York to Manchester Airport buses use the York, Station Rd to Manchester, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Manchester Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to York, Station Rd from York city centre
York, Station Rd bus station facilities and services
York, Station Rd 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 York, Station Rd. ATMs are available at York, Station Rd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York, Station Rd.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York, Station Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Station Rd: Accessible with ramps for wheelchairs.
Getting to York, Rail Station from York city centre
York, Rail Station bus station facilities and services
York, Rail Station 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 York, Rail Station. ATMs are available at York, Rail Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York, Rail Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York, Rail Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Rail Station: Standard accessibility features available.
Getting to York, Train Station from York city centre
York, Train Station bus station facilities and services
York, Train Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Available in waiting areas. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York, Train Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York, Train Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Train Station: Wheelchair accessible entrances and exits.
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